Up the Yangtze
This doc follows young men and women working on a cruise ship for tourists looking to see China’s mythic Yangtze River before it is permanently transformed by the Three Gorges Dam. Find out more...
The Green Chain
Showtimes
Saturday March 1st
9:30PM - Screening Room 1
Sunday March 2nd
3:40PM - Screening Room 2
Synopsis
The battle between loggers and environmentalists is defining and dividing communities across Canada, and this thought-provoking, unexpectedly funny, and wonderfully acted film explores both sides of an issue that’s never clear cut. Writer-director Mark Leiren-Young tackles a challenging subject with an innovative approach — seven characters deliver seven monologues arguing their perspectives and quietly revealing their intriguing personal connections. The film’s strong environmental core is elevated by incredible performances; many delivered in a single stunning take, from a knock-out ensemble cast including Battlestar Galactica’s Tricia Helfer and Tahmoh Penikett, and multiple Genie and Gemini winners Babz Chula, Brendan Fletcher, and August Schellenberg.
-Elan Mastai
Director: Mark Leiren-Young
Screenplay: Mark Leiren-Young
Producers: Tony Wosk, Scott Renyard (Line), Mark Leiren-Young, Jim Desroches
Principle Cast: Tricia Helfer, Tahmoh Penikett, Brandon Fletcher, Babs Chula, Julian Fargey
Language: English
Running Time: 90 Minutes
Local Short
Harvesting Nature (4:30)Directed by: Matt Code, Jon Collins & Jessie Rust-Smith
Who knew going green could be so controversial? As Canadian Hydro Developers prepare to build a $451 million, 86 turbine, wind farm on Wolfe Island, residents have been divided. We spoke to Lyne Moore, chair of WIRE and critic of the project, as well as Jim Vanden Hoek, mayor of the island, to hear both sides of the debate.