HOW A GOLD RUSH ALMOST DESTROYED THE AMAZON

Cinemavixion Review

This documentary offers a stark and urgent look at the devastating impact of deforestation on the Brazilian Amazon, a crisis exacerbated during the tenure of President Jair Bolsonaro. With an alarming 30% increase in deforestation and over 75,000 square miles lost in the last decade, the film highlights the profound consequences: the displacement of over 400 indigenous groups and the critical loss of a vital carbon sink essential for combating climate change. The Amazon, responsible for producing 20% of the world's oxygen, faces an existential threat from the relentless advance of gold mining and agricultural expansion. The film compellingly follows the Mundurukku aboriginal tribes and dedicated activists in their courageous fight to preserve the rainforest and protect their ancestral lands. It also introduces individuals actively seeking sustainable solutions for the future, presenting a narrative of both destruction and resilience. This is a crucial watch for anyone concerned about environmental degradation and the future of our planet.