15 movies about climate disaster: must-see if you like dystopian films
As hellish weather rages across continents and socio-economic chaos is intertwined with persistent health problems, it becomes clear that we are living in a movie script about a global catastrophe. SSPDaily talked about 15 films that are likely to show the future of humanity if it does not start changing its lifestyle.
2040
(Damon Gameau, 2019)
This documentary shows a future in which people are trying to fight climate change.
All That Breathes
(Shaunak Sen, 2022)
This documentary encourages us to see the value in all forms of life.
Don't Look Up
(Adam McKay, 2021)
The plot allegorizes the world's response to the crisis, capturing the divisions in society regarding the recognition of climate problems.
Princess Mononoke
(Hayao Miyazaki, 1997)
A historical fantasy that promotes a balance between industrial expansion and environmental preservation.
Utama
(Alejandro Loayza Grisi, 2022)
A simple drama that tells the story of the threat that climate change poses to rural life, emphasizing the impact on indigenous culture.
70/30
(Phie Ambo, 2021)
The film tells the story of youth activism, illustrating the power of collective pressure in shaping climate policy.
Thank You for the Rain
(Julia Dahr and Kisilu Musya, 2017)
The film focuses on the journey of a Kenyan farmer who became an activist.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
(Chiwetel Ejiofor, 2019)
A touching story about a young inventor trying to give hope to his drought-stricken village with the help of renewable energy sources.
David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
(Alastair Fothergill, Jonathan Hughes, Keith Scholey, 2020)
Reflections of a prominent naturalist on the damage done to the Earth and hope for its restoration.
First Reformed
(Paul Schrader, 2017)
A thought-provoking story that intertwines faith, environmental stewardship, and activism.
An Inconvenient Truth
(Davis Guggenheim, 2006)
A landmark documentary that drew attention to the issue of climate change by challenging the audience with its compelling arguments.
Burning
(Eva Orner, 2021)
A topical Australian documentary about the devastation caused by wildfires, painting a stark picture of a world struggling with environmental disasters.
How to Blow Up a Pipeline
(Daniel Goldhaber, 2022)
An indie thriller that delves into the moral complexities of extreme activism in the face of the environmental crisis.
How to Let Go of the World (And Love All the Things Climate Can't Change)
(Josh Fox, 2016)
A poignant documentary that reflects the emotional turbulence of our time, offering a glimpse into life in a changed world.
Snowpiercer
(Bong Joon-ho, 2013)
A dystopian allegory that paints a chilling picture of class divisions in society after the climate apocalypse, which resonates with contemporary issues.
