Home
Director: Yann Arthus-Bertrand
Actors: Yann Arthus-Bertrand, Glenn Close, Jacques Gamblin
PlotThe film opens with breathtaking aerial shots of various natural landscapes, portraying the planet's beauty and diversity. Spectacular images of deserts, forests, glaciers, and oceans segue into scenes depicting the intricate relationship between land, water, and atmosphere. It highlights how human activities like deforestation, industrialization, and intensive agriculture have drastically altered these natural systems. The narrative then takes the viewers onto a journey through cities developed at the expense of nature, focusing on energy consumption and pollution, and shows the stark contrast between urban centers and remnant natural habitats.
As the story unfolds, alarming statistics about the overuse of Earth's resources and environmental degradation are presented. The film underscores how these changes have accelerated over a relatively short period, driven largely by the demands of modern society. With compelling visuals and an evocative score, the film urges viewers to recognize the fragility of the planet and the urgent need for sustainable practices. By connecting the dots between human behavior and ecological impact, the film aims to evoke a sense of collective responsibility and inspire global change.
Writers: Isabelle Delannoy, Yann Arthus-Bertrand, Denis Carot
Release Date: 05 Jun 2009
Runtime: 118 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: France
Language: French, English, Russian, Spanish, German, Uzbek
Home Video Reviews
"Home" impresses with its exceptional Blu-ray picture quality and lossless audio, yet its impactful, somber message limits rewatchability. Highly recommended for HD enthusiasts.
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