Watch post-film discussion here.
The film itself will be available on most streaming services in December.
Marcos Negrão/2019/90 min/People & Culture, Environmental Advocacy, Environmental & Social Justice
CHICAGO-AREA PREMIERE. FILM DESCRIPTION: Captured over the course of three years, “Child of Nature” follows five stories of children from Kenya, Philippines, Syria, Canada, and Germany who, against all odds, are transforming their lives and their communities. These are stories of courage, hope, and generosity that will both amaze the mind and touch the heart.
Appropriate for ages 10 to adult.
Key Program Participants:
- Discussion Facilitator: Louise McCurry , Jackson Park Advisory Council
- Co-host representative Manolo Avolos from One Earth's Youth Advisory Council shared a special welcome and closing
Resource Panelists:
- Marcos Negrao (Filmmaker/Panelist + Action Partner)
- Roz Beile, College Student (Panelist + Action Partner)
- Maia Nelson, High School Student (Panelist + Action Partner)
- Additional Action Partners: It's Our Future Youth Leadership Program and One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest
This was a collaboration between One Earth Film Festival's Youth Advisory Council and Chicago Park District's Jackson Park Advisory Council.
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
