The film crew accompanies Māori river guardian Ned Tapa and his fellow travelers on a canoe trip
“I AM THE RIVER THE RIVER IS ME” by Petr Lom (documentary, original version with German subtitles)
The film crew accompanies Māori river guardian Ned Tapa and his fellow travelers on a canoe trip
The Whanganui River in Aotearoa, New Zealand, is the first river in the world to be recognized as a legal entity. Along this 320-kilometer stretch of water, the film crew accompanies Māori river guardian Ned Tapa and his fellow travelers on a canoe trip. For more than 150 years, the Māori have been advocating for the protection of their river. The people in the film talk about living in harmony with nature, about destruction, and about healing. The film delves into the culture and way of life of the indigenous people who live near the river. A meditative, passionate, and inspiring journey!
“I feel it is my duty to ensure that I pass on to others what has been given to me.” – Ned Tapa (Whanganui)
Netherlands, Norway 2024, Director and Screenplay: Petr Lom, enOmdtU, 88 minutes
The film screening is organized by the BUND Greifswald Group
Organizer: BUND Greifswald Group
