Rita Leistner returns to British Columbia as a tree planter, highlighting the challenges faced by workers restoring the region's forests.
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Rita Leistner returns to British Columbia as a tree planter, highlighting the challenges faced by workers restoring the region's forests.
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Rita Leistner returns to her roots as a tree planter in British Columbia, where she once worked to restore the region's forests. The 2021 documentary, Forest for the Trees, captures the demanding conditions faced by a group of planters as they navigate rough terrains and long hours. Premiering at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival on May 6, 2021, the film features Leistner's photography and includes a companion book co-authored with Don McKellar. Leistner received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Cinematography in a Documentary in 2022.
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Why Watch
- Meet the tree planters of British Columbia.
- See the harsh conditions they endure.
- Find out about tree planting culture.
Did You Know
- The film premiered on May 6, 2021, at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival.
- Rita Leistner received a Canadian Screen Award nomination in 2022.
- The film has a duration of 91 minutes.
- A companion book was released alongside the film.
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Who directed the documentary Forest for the Trees?
Rita Leistner directed the documentary Forest for the Trees.
When did Forest for the Trees premiere?
Forest for the Trees premiered on May 6, 2021, at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival.
What award was Rita Leistner nominated for in 2022?
Rita Leistner received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Cinematography in a Documentary at the 10th Canadian Screen Awards in 2022.
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