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Trouble in the Forest

1988 46 min
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In this compelling film, David Suzuki investigates the frightening phenomenon of forest dieback caused by acid rain and proposes some solutions.

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Trouble in the Forest

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In this compelling film, David Suzuki investigates the frightening phenomenon of forest dieback caused by acid rain and proposes some solutions.
Forestry Industry and Commerce Environment and Conservation Plants All subjects
The Green Channel All channels
  • director
    Gary Toole
  • producer
    Gary Toole
    Craig Graham
  • executive producer
    Barrie Howells
    James Murray
  • associate producer
    Michael Bennett
  • script
    Holly Dressel
  • photography
    Steve Adamcryk
    David De Volpi
    Rudolf Kovanic
    Neville Ottey
    Barry Perles
    Michael Storey
  • sound
    Diane Carrière
    John Crawford
    Charles Lefèvre
    Bob Jones
    Hans Oomes
  • editing
    Gary Toole
    Michael McKennirey
  • sound editing
    Danuta Klis
  • host
    David Suzuki

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Education

Ages 14 to 17
School subjects
Family Studies/Home Economics - Feminism Geography - Environmental Issues History and Citizenship Education - Culture and Currents of Thought (1500-present) Technology Education - Environment and Technology
Initiate several projects: research current global acid rain conditions; assess governments' preventive and remedial measures; practise effectiveness of citizen lobbying of government and industry through strategies of roleplay and Thinking Hats. Have film students examine: the role of documentary in educating citizens on key issues; how this film shapes the viewer's perceptions (respected narrator, persuasive data); and the pros and cons of media persuasion in society.
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