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Forbidden Forest is a 2004 Canadian documentary directed by Kevin W. Matthews. The film runs for approximately 70 minutes and was co-produced by the National Film Board of Canada and Timber Colony Inc. It follows Jean Guy Comeau, an Acadian woodlot owner, and Francis Wishart, the grandson of Sir James Dunn, as they advocate for responsible forestry practices on New Brunswick Crown lands.
The documentary presents the perspectives of Comeau and Wishart as they confront issues related to forestry management in New Brunswick. Their activism shows the importance of sustainable practices in the face of industrial pressures on the environment.
Why Watch
- •Meet Jean Guy Comeau, an Acadian woodlot owner.
- •Follow Francis Wishart's advocacy for forestry reform.
- •See the impact of forestry on New Brunswick's environment.
Did You Know
•The film was released in 2004.
•It has a runtime of approximately 70 minutes.
•Jean Guy Comeau is an Acadian woodlot owner featured in the film.
•Francis Wishart is the grandson of Sir James Dunn.
Perfect For
Environmental activismCanadian forestry issuesAcadian culture