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Film club: One Last Farm
The “Reel Nature” Film clubs concluded the academic year with a screening of “One Last Farm,” directed by Nikki Dodd. This film illustrates the struggles of Yew Tree Farm, a vital biodiversity haven in Bristol. Audience discussions highlighted the importance of valuing nature and encouraged personal connections to local ecosystems. And we finished with this…
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Film Club: Fashion ReImagined
Our film club took part in the Future Citizen Sustainable Fashion Week, screening “Fashion ReImagined,” a documentary that followed designer Amy Powney’s mission to create a sustainable fashion line. The film prompted discussions about industry practices and inspired the audiences’ hope for change. We were left understanding the importance of questioning brands, and making informed…
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Film Club: Buy Now!
The Reel Nature film club collaborated with the MAKERS Project to watch Buy Now! A Netflix documentary about overconsumption that reveals the marketing tricks used to lure us into buying more. It sparked emotional discussions among viewers about manipulation and personal responsibility. We all expressed guilt, outrage, and hope, emphasizing the need to consume less…
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Film Club: On Thin Ice – Putin V Greenpeace
We screened “On Thin Ice: Putin V Greenpeace” at our last film club, prompting discussions on media responsibility, climate messaging, and the effectiveness of dramatic storytelling. Audience feedback highlighted the importance of presenting truthful narratives and the need for awareness of what impact storytelling tools may have on an audience. And everyone wanted to finish…
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Film Club: Protest in the Land of Plenty
The film club hosted a UK Premier of “How to Protest in the Land of Plenty” (2023). A powerful film about activists occupying Altdorf forest in Southern Germany to prevent its destruction. The activists’ diverse, creative approaches to protest were so inspiring and motivating. The film left a strong impact with its message for community,…
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Film Club: Chasing Ice
The film club screened “Chasing Ice,” a campaign film highlighting James Balog’s journey to document climate change in the Arctic. Audience reactions were overwhelmingly positive, finding inspiration in Balog’s sacrifices. While some felt disconnected due to the film’s characters and setting, discussions revealed a desire to engage more deeply with environmental issues at the film’s…
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Film Club: 2040
My monthly environmental film club at UWE attempts to engage students and staff in discussions on climate and environmental justice. This month’s film “2040”, directed by Damon Gameau’s inspires hope by highlighting existing solutions to environmental crises. After the screening we had great discussions about the variety of solutions that actually already exist, the topics…
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Conferences: Critical Studies in Television 2024
I presented at my first conference! The Critical Studies in Television Conference 2024 was hosted by Edge Hill University online for 2 weeks in June and July. It focused on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and featured amazing discussions on how television can inspire change. Here is a snippet about my nerve-wracking experience giving my…
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Imaginary Book club: My Life in Sea Creatures
In “My Life in Sea Creatures,” Sabrina Imbler intricately weaves her personal experiences with the lives of underwater animals, offering a captivating and educational journey. The book immersed me in a surreal exploration of identity and compassion, provoking a deep connection with Imbler and the more-than-human world. The emotional and personal healing journey shared through…
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Jelena Krivosic 