The Human Element

Year: 2019
Director: Matthew Testa
Genre: documentary
Runtime: 80 min.
Age: 12+

We humans are a force of nature. At the same time human activities alter the basic elements of life – earth, air, water, and fire – those elements change human life...

We humans are a force of nature. At the same time human activities alter the basic elements of life – earth, air, water, and fire – those elements change human life in turn. In this riveting and visually rich drama blending art and science, we follow renowned environmental photographer James Balog as he explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, a struggling coal mining community, and our changing air supply. 

With rare compassion and heart, THE HUMAN ELEMENT highlights Americans on the front lines of climate change, inspiring us to re-evaluate our relationship with the natural world.
 
APRIL 25th  9:30 PM
Q&A with
James Balog, screenwriter and protagonist of The Human Element

Awards & Festivals:

Impact Docs Awards – Award of Exellence
Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival – Environmental Advocacy Award