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198816 minPGdoc-short

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Environmental Crime Biodiversity

Cry, Beloved Land

198816 minPGdoc-short

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Pentti Linkola reflects on his childhood by Lake Vanajavesi in Finland, expressing concerns about humanity's impact on the environment and ecological balance.

Environmental Crime Biodiversity

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Pentti Linkola reflects on his childhood by Lake Vanajavesi in Finland, expressing concerns about humanity's impact on the environment and ecological balance.

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Pentti Linkola reflects on his childhood by Lake Vanajavesi in Finland. The documentary features scenes of the region's natural beauty and ecological importance. Linkola shares his views on humanity's relationship with the environment. He expresses concern for the delicate balance between nature and human activity. Directed by Kirsti Lehto, "Cry, Beloved Land" runs for 16 minutes and offers a personal perspective on deep ecology.

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