Rivers
New Watch Now Playlist Highlights the World’s Rivers
Our world’s rivers hold immense value — culturally, economically, ecologically, and as givers of life. This Playlist highlights stories of important waterways from around the globe and the communities who rely on them. Enjoy these great films on World Rivers Day (celebrated annually on the 4th Sunday of September) and all year-round.
Water Flows Together
Festival Year: 2020
For time immemorial, the Diné (Navajo) have considered the San Juan River sacred. Centuries-old stories and teachings connect the people with the river as it continues to serve as a physical and spiritual resource for the peoples who rely on it.
Palmer Morse, Taylor Graham, & Matt Mikkelsen | US | 11 min.
Rock-Paper-Fish
Festival Year: 2019
Journey deep into the rainforests of southeast Alaska, where life is inseparable from the age-old rhythms of the Chilkat River. Every year, salmon return to the Chilkat, drawing the world’s largest gathering of bald eagles, insatiable grizzly bears, and fascinated tourists.
Colin Arisman & Conner Gallagher | US | 28 min.
5000 Miles of Wild
Festival Year: 2019
Combining stunning scenery with insightful commentary on the state of river conservation from Senator Tom Udall, Theodore Roosevelt IV, and others, this is a powerful call to action for protecting our country’s remaining wild rivers for future generations.
Ben Masters | US | 8 min.