Climate and global warming are mental health crises, and our children are among the most vulnerable. Common Thread is about people from around the world telling their individual stories about climate change. They hope the world will listen. The Common Thread project joins global filmmakers speaking with children worldwide about their concerns for the planet and future. These children and filmmakers, not celebrities or activists, but they have a Common Thread in that they all want a sustainable and livable planet and future for their generation.
I like seeing people from all over the world speak out about what is happening in their corner of the world. This film really illustrates how global warming and climate change are affecting the entire planet--not just one location - the ENTIRE PLANET!. The quality of the camerawork is quite good; the vibrant scenes of the ocean and forests are impressive. The different locations - Taiwan, Mexico, Germany, Zimbabwe - are beautifully shot. The speakers are quite articulate. Subtitles are used when they are not speaking English. A lot of the speakers are young people. The somber background music is sorrowful and demonstrates that global warming can make lives depressing. Every day, droughts, fires, and floods are destroying environments. That is partially due to the emissions humans created for producing things. The speakers in this film share the same "common thread"-- they are all being affected by global warming. Even though they have contrasting weather conditions and physical locations, they each have related stories to tell. The director, writer and producer, Frank Fazzio, gives each person an opportunity to tell their story. In this way, the audience can understand how climate change negatively impacting lives worldwide. My favorite part of the film is when Yi-Yun You from Taiwan brings up alternative energy sources, such as hydroelectricity, rather than burning fossil fuels.
The message of this film is that humans must do their part to resolve climate change. This message includes what will happen to our planet if we don't take action now.
I give Common Thread 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. It provides information that the whole family could benefit from. This film's special interest topics are the environment and multi-cultural. By Sydney S. and Julie S, KIDS FIRST!
Climate and global warming are mental health crises, and our children are among the most vulnerable. Common Thread is about people from around the world telling their individual stories about climate change. They hope the world will listen. The Common Thread project joins global filmmakers speaking with children worldwide about their concerns for the planet and future. These children and filmmakers, not celebrities or activists, but they have a Common Thread in that they all want a sustainable and livable planet and future for their generation.
I like seeing people from all over the world speak out about what is happening in their corner of the world. This film really illustrates how global warming and climate change are affecting the entire planet--not just one location - the ENTIRE PLANET!. The quality of the camerawork is quite good; the vibrant scenes of the ocean and forests are impressive. The different locations - Taiwan, Mexico, Germany, Zimbabwe - are beautifully shot. The speakers are quite articulate. Subtitles are used when they are not speaking English. A lot of the speakers are young people. The somber background music is sorrowful and demonstrates that global warming can make lives depressing. Every day, droughts, fires, and floods are destroying environments. That is partially due to the emissions humans created for producing things. The speakers in this film share the same "common thread"-- they are all being affected by global warming. Even though they have contrasting weather conditions and physical locations, they each have related stories to tell. The director, writer and producer, Frank Fazzio, gives each person an opportunity to tell their story. In this way, the audience can understand how climate change negatively impacting lives worldwide. My favorite part of the film is when Yi-Yun You from Taiwan brings up alternative energy sources, such as hydroelectricity, rather than burning fossil fuels.
The message of this film is that humans must do their part to resolve climate change. This message includes what will happen to our planet if we don't take action now.
I give Common Thread 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. It provides information that the whole family could benefit from. This film's special interest topics are the environment and multi-cultural. By Sydney S. and Julie S, KIDS FIRST!
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