We are in the midst of a global crisis of perspective, having forgotten the undeniable truth that everything is connected. Planetary is a breathtaking wakeup call, a cross continental, cinematic journey that explores our cosmic origins and our future as a species. It asks us to rethink who we are, to reconsider our relationship with ourselves, each other, and the world around us. The film interweaves imagery from NASA Apollo missions with visions of the Milky Way, Buddhist monasteries in the Himalayas, and the cacophonous sounds of downtown Manhattan. It features interviews from renowned experts, including astronauts Ron Garan & Mae Jemison, environmentalist Bill McKibben, author Barry Lopez, anthropologist Wade Davis, National Geographic explorer Elizabeth Lindsey, and the 17th Karmapa, head of the Tibetan Buddhist Kagyu school. They shed new light on the ways our worldview is profoundly affecting life on our planet.

It is a cinematic meditation on our relationship with the planet that has garnered critical acclaim for its visual approach to environmental issues, highlighting perspectives that seek to shift human consciousness toward a more sustainable, holistic view of the planet. Reviewers praised the film's stunning visuals and inspiring message, calling it a meditative film that inspires awe for the planet. As a documentary focusing on planetary consciousness rather than just environmental destruction, it received praise for its unique, hopeful, and artistic narrative.

Director Guy Reid, writer & editor Steve Watts Kennedy, director of photography Christoph Ferstad, original score by Human Suits, executive producers Paul Hawken & Stephen Apkon.

Planetary: Reconnect to Something Bigger

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