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Earth Cinema
Waiheke Earth Cinema Circle (an offshoot of Spiritual Cinema Circle) is a group of people who get together for an offering of films from all over the world that explore the natural world — and fundraise for Island causes at the same time.
Earth Cinema evenings are held on the second Wednesday of every even month at Waiheke Community Cinema and are sponsored by Waiheke Wellness, Auckland City and the Cinema.
Entry is by donation ($10 suggested) or by koha, and proceeds go to a different community group every month.
Screenings are restricted to Cinema Circle members, and you can join at the door (annual sub of $2).
October's films are:
- 7:30: The Trap: This poetic film weaves an unlikely connection between the hardy lifestyle of Cape Breton fishermen and the monastic tradition of Tibetan Buddhist nuns and monks of Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia. Every year, the Buddhists purchase the final catch of the season and release them back into the wild. It’s this honouring the cycle of life that brings the fishing community and the Buddhist monastery together. [19m]
- 7:50: Varmints: A departure from EC’s usual fare, this unique short from England tells the tale of how one small creature, in the face of overwhelming industrialization and environmental recklessness, struggles to preserve a remnant of the peace he once knew. His selfless acts of love plant the seeds of change that will ultimately prove the world’s salvation. [24m]
- 8:15: Fighting Goliath: Texas Coal Wars: What does it take to stop a giant power company from building 19 fast-tracked, coal-fired power plants? Follow unlikely partners – mayors, CEOs, ranchers, community groups, legislators, lawyers, faith groups & citizens – as they fight a high-stakes battle for clean air and redefine what it means to be an environmentalist. This film, demonstrating the power of the people, deftly frames the challenge to find forward-thinking energy solutions that support local economies & protect public health. [34m]
- 9:00 Waste = Food: William McDonough (American architect/ designer) and Michael Braungart (German ecological chemist) met at a Manhattan party and haven’t stopped talking – and making the world a better place. This innovative partnership engineered the concept of cradle-to-cradle (vs cradle-to-grave) manufacturing. Modeled after nature, products are designed to be either completely recyclable or biodegradable when discarded. This film shows the ecologically inspired new industrial revolution in action… [51m]
Proceeds will go to Te Atawhai Whenua.
You can view the online programme here.