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Dark Green

Alone in the Amazon

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Exploring uncharted territories

"Dark Green" immerses viewers in the beauty of the Peruvian Amazon as adventurer and biologist Paul Rosolie explores one of the planet's last wild places. This captivating documentary delves deep into the lush landscapes of the Madre de Dios province, known as the Mother of God for its breathtaking natural beauty. Through Rosolie's eyes, the film explores the fragile relationship between humans and nature, highlighting the unique challenges and urgent conservation efforts needed to protect this vital ecosystem.

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“This would never have been possible without the wonderful, creative, critical and crazy contributions of our dreamteam!”

Paul Rosolie | Conservationist and author

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A manifesto for conservation

At its core, "Dark Green" embodies Sensu.green’s philosophy of proactive environmental stewardship. The documentary goes beyond mere observation, advocating for urgent action to protect the Amazon's biodiverse ecosystems. It serves as a manifesto, calling for the preservation of one of the earth’s most vital resources.

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Activism through storytelling

"Dark Green" leverages the power of storytelling to drive its activist agenda. By documenting the efforts to create a conservation corridor along the Las Piedras river, the film encourages viewers to not only appreciate the beauty of these lands but also to engage actively in their protection.

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Celebrating excellence

"Dark Green" has made a significant impact on the film festival circuit, being selected for many festivals and winning multiple awards. These accolades not only affirm the film's quality and appeal but also amplify its message, bringing urgent environmental issues to a global audience.

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Biography of the makers

Jesper Buijvoets is founder and creative director of Sensu Productions. His strength lies in bringing together information, feeling and style in one symmetrical visual image. Aagje van Meerwijk has a background in biology and environmental sciences. Her strength to simplify complex environmental problems into a single message was key in the creative process of Dark Green.

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Using data to understand our environment

University of Groningen

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Setting the scene for a complete rebranding

NIOZ

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A powerful visualisation of hardcore physics

Nikhef

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