Aleutian Change

Aleutian Change

Directed by Sarah Betcher

Overview

Genre
Environment, Science, and Anthropology
Synopsis

This 3-part film series takes viewers into a voyage aboard the Sikuliaq ice breaker ship with 20 scientists conducting research to look back over 8000 years to see how storms have impacted the coastal areas of the Aleutian Islands. This story combines local Unangax experiences of climate change impacts and how their ancestors have been resilient and adaptable to rapid change and extreme weather.

Stage
in post-production
Running time
24 minutes

Credits

Production Details

Prod. Co.
Farthest North Films
Country
United States
Years of Production
2021-2022
Locations
Aleutian Islands, Alaska
Prod. Partners
National Science Foundation

Distribution Details

Release year
2024
Distribution
This 3-part film series will be part of a traveling museum exhibit
Language
English
Subtitles
English

Photos

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