Join us for the final Science World Spotlights session of the year! The evening will be an engaging and thought-provoking session which brings to life our Earth Matters exhibition by exploring important topics around climate and sustainability in “Storytelling Through Film."
This special event brings together local documentary filmmakers who have a passion for nature and bring storytelling to life, by using film to highlight crucial environmental issues and inspire change.
Storytelling Through Film offers a unique opportunity to explore how documentary filmmaking can drive awareness and action on environmental issues. Whether you are a film enthusiast, a science lover, or simply interested in learning more about the critical issues facing BC and beyond, this session promises to be both enlightening and inspiring.
Event Highlights
- Captivating Film Highlights: Experience clips from passionate influential documentaries that have brought attention to various environmental and ecological themes.
- Panel Discussion: Hear from local filmmakers who are passionate storytellers, dedicated to capturing the beauty and challenges of British Columbia, through their unique cinematic lenses.
- Q&A Session: Engage with the filmmakers during an interactive Q&A session where you can delve deeper into their expert subjects, creative processes and the impactful stories they tell.
Films
Herring spawn explained
The coast of Vancouver Island turns a bright turquoise blue every spring. But why? It’s fish sperm, or milt, from the herring spawn. This annual breeding event happens for millions of Pacific herring, a small fish that is at the foundation of B.C.’s marine ecosystem. This natural spectacle attracts wildlife in huge numbers to gorge on the fish and eggs. Connel Bradwell and Emily Robertson are on the coast of Vancouver Island to explore how the herring spawn is key to healthy wildlife populations.
Walking with Plants
Styawat/Leigh Joseph is a Sḵwxw̱ú7mesh Nation ethnobotanist. She grew up away from her traditional territory of Squamish, B.C. but in coming to a deeper understanding of her identity as a Sḵwxw̱ú7mesh woman, felt called to move her family home.
As she navigates walking between academic and cultural worlds, she contemplates her relationship with plants and their role as teachers. On the land where her ancestors have harvested since time beyond memory, her life purpose is awakened.
Biophilia (short film)
Biophilia, by definition, is the love of life and living things. In this film, join young architecture aficionado Louisa Whitmore as she investigates the concept of biophilic design and its potential to reconnect us with nature. Louisa crosses Canada to meet with activists, architects and researchers who explain how this important movement can work to fulfil our biological human desire to be surrounded by the natural elements.
The Salmon’s Call
The Salmon’s Call is a powerful documentary that explores the intricate spiritual and cultural relationship between wild salmon and Indigenous people that has lasted centuries. It is told through an Indigenous lens and gives a unique voice to a vital symbol of renewal, transformation, and resilience. The film takes viewers on a breathtaking journey with the Sockeye salmon from the West Coast waters of British Columbia, traversing the Fraser River, through the Chilcotin and the Stuart River (Nak’alkoh) and Stuart Lake (Nak’albun) situated in Northern British Columbia.
