738 days is the length of time Julia Butterfly spent in a sequoia tree to protect an ancient forest, a story echoed by young climate activists today.
Synopsis
738 days is the length of time Julia Butterfly spent in a sequoia tree to protect an ancient forest, a story echoed by young climate activists today.
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Synopsis
Anuna De Wever and Leah from Uganda join young activists from Belgium, Germany, France, and Brazil in the fight against climate change. Inspired by Greta Thunberg, they lead marches and engage with social media to amplify their message. The film also connects their efforts to Julia Butterfly, who spent 738 days in a sequoia tree to protect an ancient forest. Through their activism, these young women express their doubts and aspirations for a sustainable future.
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Why Watch
- Meet Anuna and Adelaide, young Belgian activists.
- Follow Leah from Uganda as she fights for climate justice.
- Find out how Julia Butterfly inspired today's activists.
Did You Know
- Anuna and Adelaide are from Belgium and are key figures in climate activism.
- Julia Butterfly spent 738 days in a tree to save a forest twenty years ago.
- Lena is one of the activists from France involved in the movement.
- Leah represents Uganda in the global climate change fight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are some of the young female activists featured in 'Sisters in Arms'?
The documentary features activists like Anuna and Adelaide from Belgium, Luisa from Germany, Lena from France, Leah from Uganda, and Artemisia from Brazil.
What inspired the activists in 'Sisters in Arms'?
The activists were inspired by Greta Thunberg's movement to fight against climate change.
How long did Julia Butterfly spend in a tree to prevent deforestation?
Julia Butterfly spent 738 days atop a sequoia tree to prevent the destruction of a thousand-year-old forest.
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