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In 'The Weather War,' artist duo Bigert & Bergström travel to the US tornado belt with their machine-sculpture, the Tornado Diverter, which they aim to use to stop a tornado. The film combines elements of land art performance with a road movie narrative, presenting their unique approach to weather manipulation.
The documentary also examines the historical development of meteorology, particularly its connections to military objectives and the controversial field of geo-engineering. It raises important questions about the socio-political aspects of weather modification and the power dynamics involved in altering natural phenomena.
Why Watch
- •Meet Bigert & Bergström's unique Tornado Diverter.
- •See the intersection of art and meteorology.
- •Find out about military ties to meteorology.
Did You Know
•The film features the Tornado Diverter, a machine-sculpture designed to stop tornadoes.
•The documentary was directed by Mats Bigert and released in 2012.
•The film has a duration of 57 minutes.
•It is produced in Sweden, indicated by the production country code 'SE.'
Perfect For
Weather modificationArt and scienceMilitary history