A feature length film that explores the complexity and mystery of soil. Filmed on 4 continents, it shares the voices of some of the most highly esteemed soil scientists, farmers, and activists. The film portrays soil as a protagonist of our planetary story. In a skillful mix of art and science, soil is revealed to be a living organism, the foundation of life on earth.
Most people are soil-blind and treat soil like dirt. With the knowledge and wisdom revealed in this film, we come to respect, even revere, this miraculous substance. The film inspires the understanding that treating the soil right can help solve some of our most pressing environmental problems including climate change, dead zones, water scarcity and world hunger.
$ 6 Mayfair members I $10 General I $7 Senior I $5 Children 13+under
Presented by National Farmers Union-Ontario. Local 362 Ottawa, Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, Prescott-Russell