Burned to the Ground
“Burned to the Ground: the Canadian village incinerated by record temperatures”
Synopsis
The small village of Lytton in British Columbia hit the global media when it smashed Canada's highest temperature record in June 2021, at 49.6C. Two days later, a wildfire burned the entire village to the ground. In the ashes of their homes, this cohesive but diverse community, which includes a majority of First Nations people, had to confront the realities of climate displacement by being relocated away from their ancestral lands. Through the stories of three residents we find a community searching for answers while relying on a collective spirit to heal
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Glegg, Matt Lawrence Dix
- Original Score
- Ali Helnwein
- Original Title
- Burned to the Ground
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Wallop Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Glegg, Matt Lawrence Dix
Ali Helnwein
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Glegg
Director
Matt Lawrence Dix
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Burned to the Ground
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Burned to the Ground about?
The small village of Lytton in British Columbia hit the global media when it smashed Canada's highest temperature record in June 2021, at 49.6C. Two days later, a wildfire burned the entire village to the ground. In the ashes of their homes, this cohesive but diverse community, which includes a majority of First Nations people, had to confront the realities of climate displacement by being relocated away from their ancestral lands. Through the stories of three residents we find a community searching for answers while relying on a collective spirit to heal
Who directed Burned to the Ground?
Burned to the Ground was directed by Martin Glegg, Matt Lawrence Dix.
Who stars in Burned to the Ground?
The principal cast of Burned to the Ground includes Not specified.
When was Burned to the Ground released and how long is it?
Burned to the Ground was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Burned to the Ground?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Burned to the Ground was composed by Ali Helnwein.