Green Desert
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Synopsis
The average European has never been as responsible for the devastation of tropical rainforests as he is today. What causes it and can we prevent it? Michal Gálik's documentary Green Desert, which takes us to the tropical island of Borneo, will not only provide us with the answer to these questions, but will also tell us the startling secret that the palm oil industry hides. The film Green Desert gives a real-life account of the problems caused by oil palm cultivation in Borneo. The documentary is not just a story about palm oil, it is also a story about global responsibility and how we, as consumers, have enormous power in our hands when our purchasing decisions can affect what happens on the other side of the planet. The viewer gets the opportunity to delve deeper into the issue through real stories and interviews with local people and experts.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michal Gálik
- Original Score
- Samuel Hvozdík
- Original Title
- Zelená púšť
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic, Slovakia
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michal Gálik
Samuel Hvozdík
Michal Gálik
Department Leadership Roster
Michal Gálik
Director of Photography
Samuel Hvozdík
Original Music Composer
Michal Gálik
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Green Desert.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Green Desert
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Green Desert about?
The average European has never been as responsible for the devastation of tropical rainforests as he is today. What causes it and can we prevent it? Michal Gálik's documentary Green Desert, which takes us to the tropical island of Borneo, will not only provide us with the answer to these questions, but will also tell us the startling secret that the palm oil industry hides. The film Green Desert gives a real-life account of the problems caused by oil palm cultivation in Borneo. The documentary is not just a story about palm oil, it is also a story about global responsibility and how we, as consumers, have enormous power in our hands when our purchasing decisions can affect what happens on the other side of the planet. The viewer gets the opportunity to delve deeper into the issue through real stories and interviews with local people and experts.
Who directed Green Desert?
Green Desert was directed by Michal Gálik.
Who stars in Green Desert?
The principal cast of Green Desert includes Zdeněk Suchý.
When was Green Desert released and how long is it?
Green Desert was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Green Desert?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Green Desert was composed by Samuel Hvozdík.