Waste Not
“A different view on recycling and the environment”
Synopsis
Waste Not is a film about where your garbage goes, who sorts it for you, and what it is worth if it isn't just tossed into landfill. It's easier and cheaper to retrieve gold from old computers for instance, than to dig it up. Organics can be used to create fertiliser and green electricity and yet each Australian sends half a tonne of food waste to landfill each year where it is contaminated with chemicals and e-waste. We recycle only 50% of all our waste. There is an alternative to environmental apocalypse and we don't have to wait for the politicians to make it happen. All we really need to do is be creative and use our imaginations to turn this waste into wealth again. Waste Not talks to scientists, workers at waste depots, environment campaigners, gardeners and even a famous chef about how easy it is to save the planet by simply recycling properly.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Ruth Hessey
- Screenplay & Story
- Ruth Hessey
- Original Score
- Peter Fenton
- Original Title
- Waste Not
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Ronin Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ruth Hessey
Ruth Hessey
Peter Fenton
Bonnie Elliott
Aden Young
Sophie Alstergren
Department Leadership Roster
Ruth Hessey
Director
Sophie Alstergren
Producer
Ruth Hessey
Writer
Bonnie Elliott
Director of Photography
Aden Young
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waste Not
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What is Waste Not about?
Waste Not is a film about where your garbage goes, who sorts it for you, and what it is worth if it isn't just tossed into landfill. It's easier and cheaper to retrieve gold from old computers for instance, than to dig it up. Organics can be used to create fertiliser and green electricity and yet each Australian sends half a tonne of food waste to landfill each year where it is contaminated with chemicals and e-waste. We recycle only 50% of all our waste. There is an alternative to environmental apocalypse and we don't have to wait for the politicians to make it happen. All we really need to do is be creative and use our imaginations to turn this waste into wealth again. Waste Not talks to scientists, workers at waste depots, environment campaigners, gardeners and even a famous chef about how easy it is to save the planet by simply recycling properly.
Who directed Waste Not?
Waste Not was directed by Ruth Hessey.
Who stars in Waste Not?
The principal cast of Waste Not includes Bisso Revigo, Bianca Nogrady, James Bradfield, Narelle Mantle, Michael Mobbs.
When was Waste Not released and how long is it?
Waste Not was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Waste Not?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Waste Not was composed by Peter Fenton.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Waste Not?
Waste Not holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.).