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201173 minPGdocumentary

Green Fire

201173 minPGdocumentary

Aldo Leopold's philosophy of the "land ethic" significantly influenced modern conservation practices and ethical relationships with nature across various American environments.

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Aldo Leopold's philosophy of the "land ethic" significantly influenced modern conservation practices and ethical relationships with nature across various American environments.

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Dave Steinkedirector

Ann Dunskydirector

Steve Dunskydirector

Stephen Mostwriter

Peter Coyote

Peter Coyotecast

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Aldo Leopold, a prominent conservationist, shaped modern environmental thought through his philosophy of the “land ethic.” Green Fire traces his life and ideas, detailing his influence on conservation practices, wilderness preservation, and wildlife management. The film includes archival footage and contemporary interviews that illustrate how Leopold's concepts impact various American environments, from urban settings to remote wilderness areas. Director Dave Steinke presents a narrative that reflects on humanity's ethical relationship with nature.

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