Skip to content
Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest poster
IMDb12/04/20241h 37mCanada

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

Director

Santiago Bertolino

Screenplay & Story

Santiago Bertolino

Original Score & Music

Stefan Christoff

Director of Photography

Santiago Bertolino

Department Leadership Roster

Santiago Bertolino

Writer

Santiago Bertolino

Director

Santiago Bertolino

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest.

More Like Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest

Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.

Frequently Asked Questions About Amazonia, an Encounter with the Guardians of the Rainforest

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

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.