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Deep Dive: Atuel (2022)

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Atuel
ATUEL tells the story of the Atuel River and its significance to the community in Mendoza, Argentina. The southern oasis, which includes the cities of San Rafael and General Alvear, relies heavily on this river. Despite its importance, the river faces threats that endanger its existence. To understand the river's narrative, the filmmakers traveled its entire length, from its source in the Andes to where it dries out in the Cuyo Desert. The filmmakers undertook a 43-day expedition covering 480 kilometers, interviewing 38 people about their connections to the river. This unique approach, being the first to navigate the river by boat since 1884, emphasizes the relationship between the community and the river, highlighting the need for awareness and care for this vital resource.

Why Watch

  • •Follow the Atuel River from the Andes to the Cuyo Desert.
  • •Meet 38 locals sharing their stories about the river.
  • •See the impact of environmental threats on the Atuel River.

Did You Know

•The Atuel River is crucial for the southern oasis in Mendoza, Argentina.
•The filmmakers traveled 480 kilometers along the river in 43 days.
•This is the first boat expedition on the Atuel River since 1884.
•38 individuals were interviewed about their relationship with the river.

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Environmental activismRiver conservationArgentinian culture