Neil Gelinas/2018/93 min/Environmental & Social Justice
FILM DESCRIPTION: The Okavango River Basin provides a vital source of water to about one million people, the world’s largest population of African elephants, and significant populations of lions, cheetahs and hundreds of species of birds. However, this once unspoiled oasis is now under siege due to increasing pressure from human activity. From National Geographic Documentary Films, “Into the Okavango” chronicles a team of modern-day explorers on their first epic four-month, 1,500-mile expedition across three countries to save the river system that feeds one of our planet’s last wetland wildernesses.
Teens and young adults encouraged to attend. "PG-13" May contain heavy themes, graphic images or language.
Sunday, March 3, 2 to 4:30 p.m. [Lake County]
Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Rd.
John & Nancy Hughes Theater, Lake Forest
Admission $10, Students $5
After the film, participate in Q&A, and learn about concrete action opportunities, with local Resource and Action Partners. Facilitator: Sue Crothers, Founding Director, One Earth Film Fest Young Filmmakers Contest.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.
Thursday, March 7, 7 to 9 p.m. [Dupage County]
College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Room HSC 1234, Glen Ellyn
After the film, participate in Q&A, and learn about concrete action opportunities with: Nate Hambel, Willowbrook Wildlife Center. Facilitator: Shamili Ajgaonkar, Professor of Biology, College of DuPage. Also engage with action and project ideas through: Heidi Hartmann, Citizens Climate Lobby.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.