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Deep Dive: Wild Works (2013)

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Wild Works
The documentary 'Wild Works' examines the concept of wilderness and its cultural significance in Europe, particularly in the Czech Republic. It contrasts the common perception of wilderness with the historical actions of Europeans who eliminated large mammals, viewing them as competitors. The film discusses the irreversible loss of old wildernesses and the ongoing efforts to restore these ecosystems. The film features the perspectives of individuals dedicated to wildlife conservation, focusing on species like wolves, bears, and bison. It raises questions about coexistence with these animals and challenges societal views on wilderness, emphasizing the need to protect creatures that have been persecuted for generations.

Why Watch

  • •Find out how Europeans impacted large mammal populations.
  • •Meet conservationists working to protect persecuted species.
  • •See the cultural perceptions of wilderness in Czech society.

Did You Know

•Most Czechs associate wilderness with the African savannah or tropical rainforest.
•Europeans were among the first to eliminate large mammals from their ecosystems.
•Old wildernesses in Europe have irretrievably disappeared due to human actions.
•The documentary discusses the efforts to bring back species like wolves and bison.

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Wildlife conservationCzech cultural studiesLarge mammal ecology