Film Lens
The film discusses rewilding, which is the process of restoring ecosystems by reversing environmental destruction. It explains how trees and understory plants have endurance, with a focus on the historical presence of elephants in Britain, which shaped the ecosystem. The film suggests that rewilding can allow nature to restore itself by reintroducing missing species and stepping back to let ecosystems thrive.
It also shows the potential for large areas of land to be vacated by farmers, estimating around 30 million hectares by 2030. This opens up possibilities for reintroducing not just smaller animals like wolves and lynx, but also larger megafauna, which could enhance biodiversity and bring excitement back into people's lives.
Why Watch
- •Find out how elephants shaped ancient ecosystems.
- •See the potential for reintroducing megafauna in Europe.
- •Meet the plants that can bounce back from destruction.
Did You Know
•Around 30 million hectares of land will be vacated by farmers by 2030.
•Elephants were once widespread in Britain before being driven out by ice.
•Humans wiped out many large animals like rhinos and lions around 40,000 years ago.
Perfect For
Ecology enthusiastsWildlife advocatesNature restoration supporters