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Where the Forest Ends focuses on the tragic murder of British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenist Bruno Pereira in June 2022. Set in the Javari Valley of the Brazilian Amazon, the film reflects on the impact of their deaths on indigenous communities and environmental preservation efforts. Filmmaker Otavio Cury shares personal memories of his friendship with Dom, revisiting their initial trip to the Amazon and the films they created together.
The documentary serves as a personal essay that intertwines the loss of a friend with broader themes of environmental activism and the dangers faced by those who protect indigenous rights. Cury's reflections provide a moving context to the events that unfolded, emphasizing the urgency of the situation in the Amazon and the ongoing threats to its guardians.
Why Watch
- •Meet journalist Dom Phillips and indigenist Bruno Pereira.
- •Find out about the Javari Valley's environmental threats.
- •See personal reflections on friendship and loss.
Did You Know
•Dom Phillips was murdered in June 2022 while in the Amazon.
•Bruno Pereira was also killed alongside Dom Phillips in the Javari Valley.
•The film is 15 minutes long and was released in 2023.
•The deaths of Dom and Bruno shocked the world and drew attention to indigenous issues.
Perfect For
Environmental activismIndigenous rightsJournalism