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Deep Dive: Forest for the Trees (2021)

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Forest for the Trees
Forest for the Trees is a Canadian documentary directed by Rita Leistner, focusing on tree planters in British Columbia. The film captures the demanding conditions these workers face while planting trees, emphasizing the physical and mental toll of their labor. Premiering on May 6, 2021, at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival, the film is complemented by a companion book featuring Leistner's photographs. The documentary received recognition with a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Cinematography in a Documentary at the 10th Canadian Screen Awards in 2022.

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.

Perfect For

Environmental enthusiastsDocumentary loversPhotography fans