FALL 2009 NEW RELEASES
FRESH
Fresh profiles the farmers, thinkers, and business people across the nation who are at the forefront of re-inventing food production in America. With a strong commitment to sustainability, they are changing how farms are run, how the land is cared for, and how food is distributed. Learn More
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL
America the Beautiful explores the question, "Does America have an unhealthy obsession with physical beauty?" The film examines this obsession by following the modeling dreams of a 12-year-old runway phenom. Learn More
THE GREAT SQUEEZE
Multiple environmental crises are bearing down upon us simultaneously, including climate change, resource depletion and species extinction. Renowned authorities suggest we are following in the footsteps of failed civilizations unless we learn the lessons of sustainability explored in this film. Learn More
DIVISION STREET
Roads are the largest human artifact on the planet; they have fragmented wild landscapes and the wildlife that lives within them. But a new generation of ecologists, engineers and everyday citizens are working to transform the American road. Learn More
END OF SILENCE
Two long-time friends from Sweden reunite in Spain to explore that part of Spain's recent past about which the Spanish themselves refuse to speak. The Spanish Civil War and the oppressive reign of Francisco Franco may be decades old, but the generational wounds remain unhealed, covered over by a culture of silence. Learn More
NOURISH
Nourish vividly illustrates how what we choose to eat - individually and as a society - has an effect around the world, and how making more wholesome choices can improve the health of the environment, our communities and ourselves. Learn More
FOREVER WILD
Forever Wild celebrates America's commitment to wilderness and its preservation. Shot in high definition, the film captures the glory of undeveloped, wild places through visually stunning images. Learn More
FORCES OF NATURE
Forces of Nature profiles the inspirational grassroots work of twelve young people recognized with the nation's top environmental prize for youth - the Brower Youth Awards - for their leadership in tackling critical environmental issues. Learn More
THE TEAKETTLE EXPERIMENT
A century of fire suppression has changed many forests, leaving them overcrowded and subject to disease, pests and catastrophic crown fires. This film documents the 10 year experiment to determine the impact of prescribed fire and thinning on the health of the Sierra National Forest. Learn More
PETROAPOCALYPSE NOW
Oil has been the lifeblood of the world economy. But are the wells running dry? While governments and oil companies say we have as much as 140 years left, others say we are facing imminent shortages. Learn More
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LATEST NEWS
New Videos on Climate Change
We're proud to announce two new videos on Climate Change & related issues:
Climate Change: Coral Reefs on the Edge features one of the world's top marine biologists presenting scientific evidence that climate change is destroying the world's coral reefs. View free online or purchase a DVD.
The Great Squeeze, an award-winning film screening in Copenhagen, features leading scientists and experts who connect climate change with the other environmental crises we face.
BEST SELLERS
BURNING THE FUTURE
The most up-to-date, resonant documentary available on the subject of the coal crisis and mountain top removal mining. This film chronicles the groundswell of ongoing conflict between corporate coal enterprises and...
SCARRED LANDS & WOUNDED LIVES
A compelling new documentary exploring the noticeably underreported issue of the environmental impacts of war. Scarred Lands confronts the immensely broad ecological ramifications of everything from technological development...
GARBAGE!
An entertaining and informative journey one family undertakes to find out where all their garbage comes from, where it winds up, and what's doing to the world.
CRUDE IMPACT
The preeminent documentary on peak oil, this powerful film examines the global dependence on fossil fuels from a host of perspectives. Optimized for the educational market, this film is available in two different lengths and comes with a study guide.
FEATURED RELEASES
THE FUTURE OF FOOD
An in-depth exploration of several important developments in agriculture today including the diminishment of biodiversity, patenting of life, loss of family farms, consolidation of seed companies and the globalization of our food system.
SOUND OF THE SOUL
A compelling portrait of an Arab country where Muslims, Christians and Jews have lived together
in relative peace for centuries. This important new documentary profiles the Fez Festival, an annual celebration of...
FINDING THE WORDS
An insightful new film following the stories of eight children in their struggle to recover from autism.
FIGHTING GOLIATH
Narrated by Robert Redford, this short documentary follows the story of Texans fighting against the construction of 19 coal-fired power plants slated to be built in Eastern and Central Texas.
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WHAT'S NEW AT THE VIDEO PROJECT
NEW TITLES AND SUBJECT AREAS: We are pleased to offer many new, award-wining titles in diverse subject areas that go beyond our environmental media roots. Our titles span science, technology, social issues, energy, culture, law, history, and many others areas of interest.
NEW TEAM: Nothing is more important to us than making sure you have a great experience finding, ordering, and using our products. We have new owners, top management, and we have added key people to our team, including some veterans from the early Video Project days. Contact our Team
DVD TOOLKITS: Many of our products now contain our signature DVD Toolkit, connecting teachers and students with support materials, detailed curriculum,Internet links, research and study guides.
- FUTURE OF FOOD -
DVD TOOLKIT
Comprehensive university-level curriculum.
- Access to additional research, essays, web resources, statistics and analyses.
- Bonus features, additional interviews, GE-free recipes, short films and action opportunities.
- BURNING THE FUTURE -
DVD TOOLKIT
Includes short films on Coal and Energy, Coal and Global Warming, and others.
- Also includes a comprehensive Coal Impact Guide
- LIFE WITH PRINCIPLE -
DVD TOOLKIT
This comprehensive DVD compilation includes a study guide and curriculum designed to engage students. Both interactive documents on DVD are aligned to the chapters in the film and the special features. - Includes access to over sixty years of Thoreau studies and publications, courtesy of the Thoreau Society.
- CLIMB AGAINST THE ODDS -
DVD TOOLKIT
Developed in partnership with the Breast Cancer Fund, provides easy-to-use resources and information on breast cancer, including public health reports, medical data, effective environmental practices, and prevention opportunities.
- The DVD provides numerous web links to get involved or conduct further study, and features inspirational stories of survival and activism.
