THE CITY OF SIGHS: VENICE'S DESPERATE BID TO STAY AFLOAT - WALLS OF VENICE

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Venice, a city synonymous with romance and unparalleled beauty, faces an existential threat from the relentless forces of nature. Over the past century, a concerning 12 centimeters of subsidence, coupled with rising sea levels, has placed the city's very foundations at grave risk. The millions of wooden poles supporting its iconic architecture are increasingly exposed to the erosive effects of water and rot. For three decades, engineers have grappled with one of the world's most ambitious flood defense projects: the Mose, a system of mobile sea walls. Plagued by indecision and scandal, this monumental undertaking, designed to protect a city that historically never needed such drastic measures, is now nearing completion. This documentary delves into the complex challenges and the desperate measures being taken to preserve Venice against the encroaching waters and the overwhelming pressures of mass tourism.