Louie Psihoyos/2015/90 min/Climate Change, Wildlife, Conservation, Water
FILM DESCRIPTION: We are in the midst of the 6th mass extinction. In “Racing Extinction,” a team of artists and activists exposes the hidden world of extinction with never-before-seen images that will change the way we see the planet. Two worlds drive extinction across the globe, potentially resulting in the loss of half of all species. The international wildlife trade creates bogus markets at the expense of creatures that have survived on this planet for millions of years. And the other surrounds us, hiding in plain sight — a world that the oil and gas companies don’t want the rest of us to see.
Stay for post-film discussion and learn about opportunities for action. Teens and young adults encouraged to attend. "PG-13" May contain heavy themes, graphic images or language.
Key Program Participant:
- Discussion Facilitator: Jim Haried, Experienced Environmental Consultant and Facilitator
Resource Panelists:
- Jingmai O'Connor, Field Museum (Panelist + Action Partner)
- Brian O'Neill, Alliance for the Great Lakes (Panelist + Action Partner)
- Chuck Knapp, Shedd Aquarium (Panelist + Action Partner)
- Additional Action Partners: Chicago Public Library (Jennifer Lizak), Extinction Rebellion (Mary Griswold)
Co-sponsored by Harold Washington Library Center, Chicago Public Library.
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
