Film Lens
This short documentary follows the life of Carmelita, who once thrived by gathering shells, crabs, and small sea creatures from the hunasan of Baybay City. The film contrasts her past, where the sea provided for her family, with her current struggles in a heavily polluted and industrialized environment due to a reclamation project that altered the coastline.
The documentary presents a stark visual narrative of Carmelita's transition from a sustainable livelihood to facing the consequences of environmental degradation. It captures the impact of industrialization on local communities and the loss of traditional ways of life, emphasizing the stark changes in Baybay City brought about by human intervention.
Why Watch
- •Meet Carmelita, a local affected by environmental changes.
- •See the impact of reclamation on Baybay City's coastline.
- •Find out how pollution has changed local livelihoods.
Did You Know
•Carmelita used to gather food from the hunasan in Baybay City.
•The reclamation project significantly altered the coastline of Baybay City.
•Carmelita's livelihood vanished due to pollution and industrialization.
Perfect For
Environmental activistsCoastal community studiesDocumentary enthusiasts