Hi Mo
You have had so many recommendations, I know, but I can't resist
pointing out these films from Filmakers Library which might have a
different angle on the theme.
The Tipping Point: Global Warming at the Arctic Circle (new release)
The Arctic sea ice, a plate of ice roughly the size of Europe, is
disappearing. In addition to the environmental concerns, the
political and economic implications are dramatic. (Click on titles
for full description.)
Mad Cow, Sacred Cow (new release)
With a sense of humor and curiosity, the filmmaker explores the
shocking connections between the mad cow crisis, the farm crisis, and
the global food crisis. Globalization emerges as a recurring theme,
connecting the food we eat to the environmental, cultural, economic
and health crises we are currently facing. .51 min.
Men in Danger: Environmental Effects on Fertility (new release)
Sperm production in humans has suffered a spectacular drop; by 50% in
50 years. In addition, testicular cancers and congenital malformation
of male reproductive organs are on the rise. This disturbing
documentary looks at findings that point to pollutants as the cause
of endocrinal changes in the male reproductive system.52 min.
Storms over China
Global warming, combined with Chinese agricultural practices, few
rainstorms, and violent winds have produced increasingly intense
sandstorms in northwest China, leading to desertification.
Trash Trade: Selling Garbage to China
Japanese waste is turning into gold in the hands of Chinese dealers
who extract valuable metal and plastic from mountains of scrap. But
not all Japanese trash is welcome.49 min
Venetian Dilemma
With stunning imagery, this film portrays the fragile urban ecology
of Venice besieged by 14 million tourists who far outnumber the local
residents. By tracking four Venetians who are trying to make a life
in this unique historic place, the themes of urban gentrification and
tourist impact are raised -- a problem not only for Venice but for
many other urban areas. 56 min.
Slow Food Revolution
Traditional foods are at risk of disappearing forever, as a speed-
obsessed world turns increasingly to fast foods. To counter this
trend, there is an international movement known as Slow Food. 52 min.
Regards,
Sue
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From: videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu [mailto:videolib-
boun...@lists.berkeley.edu] On Behalf Of Threatt, Monique Louise
Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 1:07 PM
To: videolib@lists.berkeley.edu
Subject: [Videolib] Recommended DVDs on envrionmental sustainability?
To: Academic media librarians/paraprofessionals; distributors.
I would like to enhance our media collection with DVDs about
environmental /green sustainability at the university level.
Would you mind sharing five-to-ten titles that are currently in your
collection, or catalog?
Feel free to respond to me directly, or post to the listserv.
Thanks in advance. J
Mo
Monique Threatt
Head, Media & Reserve Services
Herman B Wells Library
1320 E. 10th Street
Bloomington, IN 47405
mthre...@indiana.edu
(812) 855-1650
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