Hello, SuperForest!
Yesterday I finally sat down to watch FLOW: For Love of Water, a film SuperForester Jordan brought to our attention almost a year ago. This captivating documentary takes the global water shortage issue and approaches it from two angles. First, as described by the website, the film “builds a case against the growing privatization of the world’s dwindling fresh water supply with an unflinching focus on politics, pollution, human rights, and the emergence of a domineering world water cartel.” And second, the film introduces us to several people and groups that are currently working to improve water conditions across the globe.
It’s an absolute gem of a film and although some might consider it to be paralyzing in a sense, I found the film had the opposite effect on me. Yes, a lot of the stories shared were sad. Yes, the actions that were described of the major corporations in control of much of today’s water were horrid and could easily cause anger. And yes, the film could be considered to be frightening at times when reflecting on the fact that without any change, the human race could face a future without any water. But out of this knowledge I found a great deal of hope and opportunity. I found both inspiration and motivation to do everything within my power to make a change.
I highly encourage you to do two things:
1.) As it often is the case in getting involved with any issue, the first step is always to get informed. And you can start by….
Watching FLOW on YouTube!!!
Now that I think of it, I’m not sure if the fact that it is on YouTube is entirely legal, but when looking up the trailer, I found that several users uploaded the film online in several parts. Who knows if this will last, so take advantage of it while you can. You can also try your luck with TV scheduling and watch it on the Sundance channel like I did. Orrrr you can be really cool and support this film by purchasing the DVD here.
2.) Second, if you haven’t done so already, visit the FLOW website. You’ll not only find a wealth of information, but an entire list of sources that will help you get involved in whatever way you’d prefer.
Water conservancy is an issue that runs deep within the veins of SuperForest. It’s an issue we’ve focused on several times in the past, and will continue to focus on in the future. That being so, I hope this film inspires you wonderful SuperForesters as much as it inspired me.
Yours,
Carla
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