Our climate change research is not only about data and analysis, it is about people, voices, and the living Amazon. To amplify these stories, we are producing a powerful TV documentary directed by Dr Cintia Langie, Head of the Cinema course at the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel) in Brazil.

This documentary brings together the testimonies of Indigenous leaders, the rhythms of music and dance, and the urgency of environmental change, weaving them into a visual narrative that is both scientific and deeply human. It captures the daily realities of water scarcity, food insecurity, and climate disruption, while also revealing the resilience and ancestral knowledge that inspire new ways of thinking about global solutions.

By combining rigorous research with cinematic artistry, the documentary seeks to reach far beyond academia. Its goal is to engage the wider public, decision-makers, and international audiences, offering not only evidence but also emotion, connection, and empathy. In doing so, it positions Indigenous communities not as subjects of study but as central voices in the struggle for climate justice.

Through this project, we believe that film can become a transformative tool, carrying the Amazon’s stories across borders and reminding the world that climate change is not an abstract crisis but a lived reality demanding urgent, collective action.