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Deep Dive: The Wild (2019)

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The Wild
In 'The Wild', filmmaker Mark Titus, who is in addiction recovery, returns to the Alaskan wilderness to confront a significant threat to the local community. The documentary focuses on the people of Bristol Bay, who are facing the potential loss of their way of life due to a proposed copper mine. This mine poses a risk to the last intact wild salmon runs, which are vital for the local ecosystem and economy. Titus captures the voices of the Bristol Bay community as they unite to protect their land and resources from corporate interests. The film emphasizes their deep connection to the environment and the urgency of their fight against the mining project that threatens their natural habitat and livelihoods.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the community fighting against a massive copper mine.
  • •See the impact of mining on Alaska's salmon population.
  • •Find out how addiction recovery intersects with environmental activism.

Did You Know

•Bristol Bay is home to the world's last intact wild salmon runs.
•The documentary is directed by Mark Titus, who is in addiction recovery.
•The film has a runtime of 65 minutes.

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Environmental activismAlaskan wildlifeAddiction recovery stories