A CALL FROM THE WILD
Directed by Asgeir Helgestad
Norway, 2024, 1 Hour 21 minutes
Filmmaker Asgeir Helgestad documents the state of nature at his home country Norway, where he has photographed all his life. From the lives of bees at his farm, to wild reindeer on the high mountains, and puffins at the ocean’s edge, he shows the beauty of threatened nature and tracks down human actions responsible for its decline.
Screens Saturday 5 PM November 2nd, 2024 Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Jon Olguin Auditorium
DESIGNED BY DISASTER
Directed by James 'Q' Martin
USA, 2024, 19 minutes 47 seconds
Designed by Disaster is a deeply personal and inspiring story about Danny, a passionate climber who faces a life-changing ordeal in the Dolomites. Danny is propelled to invent a revolutionary type of crampon, addressing a critical safety gap in mountain travel. This invention not only transforms the outdoor industry but also marks Danny's journey of self-discovery and resilience. His return to the Dolomites, decades later, symbolizes his full-circle journey bringing the product he invented to the place where he almost lost his life.
Screens with A Call From the Wild Saturday 5 PM November 2nd, 2024 Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Jon Olguin Auditorium