

Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest
Amazonie, à la rencontre des gardiens et des gardiennes de la forêt
Synopsis
With a hybrid style blending political essay and road movie, this documentary by Santiago Bertolino takes us into the heart of the Amazonian reality. Following Marie-Josée Béliveau, an ecologist and ethnogeographer, they journey together along the 4000 km from the mouth of the Amazon River in Brazil to one of its sources in Ecuador where they meet with the guardians of the forest. As a result, we witness powerful and spontaneous testimonies from local communities who are doing everything to preserve what remains of their lands, which are disappearing due to the inexorable advance of Western modernity.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Santiago Bertolino
- Screenplay & Story
- Santiago Bertolino
- Original Score
- Stefan Christoff
- Original Title
- Amazonie, à la rencontre des gardiens et des gardiennes de la forêt
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Release Date
- 12/04/2024
- Spoken Languages
- French, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Le Studio Via le monde
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Santiago Bertolino
Santiago Bertolino
Stefan Christoff
Santiago Bertolino
Department Leadership Roster
Santiago Bertolino
Writer
Santiago Bertolino
Director
Santiago Bertolino
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest.
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What is Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest about?
With a hybrid style blending political essay and road movie, this documentary by Santiago Bertolino takes us into the heart of the Amazonian reality. Following Marie-Josée Béliveau, an ecologist and ethnogeographer, they journey together along the 4000 km from the mouth of the Amazon River in Brazil to one of its sources in Ecuador where they meet with the guardians of the forest. As a result, we witness powerful and spontaneous testimonies from local communities who are doing everything to preserve what remains of their lands, which are disappearing due to the inexorable advance of Western modernity.
Who directed Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest?
Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest was directed by Santiago Bertolino.
Who stars in Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest?
The principal cast of Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest includes Not specified.
When was Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest released and how long is it?
Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest was composed by Stefan Christoff.




























