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7.1 / 10(36 votes)IMDb20141h 50mUnited Kingdom, Canada

How to Change the World

“The Revolution Will Not Be Organized”

Synopsis

In 1971, a group of friends sail into a nuclear test zone, and their protest captures the world's imagination. Using never before seen archive that brings their extraordinary world to life, How To Change The World is the story of the pioneers who founded Greenpeace and defined the modern green movement.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Sydney Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jerry Rothwell
Screenplay & Story
Jerry Rothwell
Original Score
Lesley Barber
Original Title
How to Change the World
Country of Origin
United Kingdom, Canada
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 50m
Production Studios
BFI, Met Film Production, Daniel Film, Insight Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jerry Rothwell

Screenplay & Story

Jerry Rothwell

Original Score & Music

Lesley Barber

Director of Photography

Ben Lichty

Film Editing

James Scott

Producers

Bous De Jong, Al Morrow, Lizzie Francke, Stewart Le Marechal, Dan Cogan

Department Leadership Roster

Jerry Rothwell

Jerry Rothwell

Director

Bous De Jong

Producer

Jerry Rothwell

Jerry Rothwell

Writer

Al Morrow

Producer

Lesley Barber

Lesley Barber

Original Music Composer

Ben Lichty

Director of Photography

James Scott

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for How to Change the World.

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Frequently Asked Questions About How to Change the World

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

What is How to Change the World about?

In 1971, a group of friends sail into a nuclear test zone, and their protest captures the world's imagination. Using never before seen archive that brings their extraordinary world to life, How To Change The World is the story of the pioneers who founded Greenpeace and defined the modern green movement.

Who directed How to Change the World?

How to Change the World was directed by Jerry Rothwell.

Who stars in How to Change the World?

The principal cast of How to Change the World includes Robert Hunter, Paul Watson, Rex Weyler, Bobbi Hunter, David Garrick.

When was How to Change the World released and how long is it?

How to Change the World was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.

Who composed the musical score for How to Change the World?

The original motion picture soundtrack for How to Change the World was composed by Lesley Barber.

What is the age rating and content advisory for How to Change the World?

How to Change the World holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).