Event Info
Matty Hannon, AUS 2024, 91mins
Follow ecologist Matty Hannon on an extraordinary solo expedition as he leaves the trappings of city life behind to surf and embrace the raw beauty of the Americas, from the icy wilderness of Alaska to the rugged tip of Patagonia. However, just as the dangers of isolation begin to take their toll, he meets a spirited permaculture farmer, who dares to abandon her own comforts to join him on his 50,000km odyssey.Riding south on motorbike and horseback, this beautiful documentary takes them from encounters with Zapatista rebels and Amazonian shamans to Mapuche leaders whose powerful words challenge their perceptions. With an incredible geographical backdrop, this captivating journey is a moving reflection on environmental stewardship, culture and human connection.
