Bangladesh: Life and Death in Rising Waters

Synopsis

By 2050, 30% of Bangladesh will be under water, threatening one in three inhabitants, or about 60 million people. This documentary highlights the severe impact of global warming on the country, making it the most vulnerable to rising waters. In the Ganges delta, salt water intrusion disrupts the local economy, forcing many farmers to convert their rice paddies into less profitable shrimp farms. The film illustrates the dire situation faced by the people of Bangladesh as they confront the challenges posed by climate change and the loss of their land.