Dir:
Alexander Abaturov
Paradise
Paradise is a documentary film from Alexander Abaturov that documents how the effects of global warming have contributed to devastating wildfires in the Siberian subarctic forests. Fueled by extreme droughts and strong winds, this recurring natural disaster is the direct result of human-made climate change.
Awards & Recognition
Paradise won the Best Cinematography Award at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) 2022 and was nominated for Best Film at the festival. It also premiered as the opening film at Cinéma du Réel 2023 and was featured in prestigious sections like Vision du Réel's Grand Angle and CPH:DOX's Highlights. At the Porquerolles Film Festival in France, it received the Grand Prix.
"Visually gorgeous" - The Guardian
