The Sustainable Film Series
Overview
Provoking Thought. Creating Action.
The Sustainable Film Series raises awareness and encourages community dialogue about environmental issues afflicting our world through award-winning independent featured films. This year Walking Mountains will continue to provide films at Riverwalk Theater in Edwards. A virtual option may also be available for those not able to attend in person. All films start at 6:30pm and are free and open to the public.
Come Early!
Showtime starts at 6:30 p.m., but we encourage attendees to gather and connect at the Riverwalk Theater early. Enjoy food and drink at La Casa and mingle with our community of supporters. By supporting the Riverwalk Theater, you help us offer the program free to all attendees. See you at the Riverwalk!
Program Sponsors & Underwriters
Special Thanks to William Day and Lucy Watetu for their generous matching of all donations made to the Sustainable Film Series
Fire Lines follows Greg Williams, a father and mountain biker who works in Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship. Fire is a part of the Sierra Nevada ecosystem, and as Greg puts it, environmental stewards are, “in the business of revitalizing mountain communities, and trails are the tools.” Trails are integral for managing wildfires in the Sierra Nevadas, and mitigating massive outbreaks by facilitating controlled, small-scale burns. As an Indigenous American, Greg’s connections to the land show him the powerful role fire plays in shaping the Sierra Nevadas.
About Damn Time is an uplifting film about overcoming obstacles in the way of women who aspire to lead dory guide trips along the Grand Canyon. Cindell “Dellie” Dale was among the second generation of women leading these guided trips, working her way up after being told the only work she could do in the canyon was cooking. She knew she was capable- all she needed was an opportunity. The film follows a trip along the canyon, as a team of all-female guides reflect on the legacy which the women who occupied the space before them have left on the canyon.
The Grab follows investigative journalist Nathan Halverson’s team as they uncover government deals, corporate connections, and global conflicts stemming from this “scrabble for food and water.” Their investigation, sparked by the Chinese government’s acquisition of Smithfield Foods, reveals efforts by sovereign powers, private companies, and mercenary groups to control global food and water supplies in preparation for an economic collapse from climate change. Ultimately, the investigation links seemingly unrelated global events back to food and water security.
Witness the extraordinary life of Dr. Lonnie Thompson, an explorer who went where no scientist had gone before and transformed our idea of what is possible. Daring to seek Earth’s history contained in glaciers atop the tallest mountains in the world, Lonnie found himself on the frontlines of climate change—his life’s work evolving into a salvage mission to recover these priceless historical records before they disappear forever
A Good Neighbor follows Lucy Molina, a Latina single mother fighting against racism and climate change as she campaigns for city council in one of the nation’s most polluted zip codes Lucy Molina was unaware of the danger she was moving into when buying a house for her and her two children in Commerce City, CO. The negative effects on her family’s health began to become evident as bloody noses and migraines became a part of everyday life. Lucy decided that was enough and started her campaign for city council, advocating for her and her neighbors health and livelihood.
Embark on an eye-opening journey through the unseen impacts of plastic pollution in the Great Lakes region. Guided by Dr. Sherri Mason and other regional voices, witness the vast extent of contamination pathways, effects of microplastics, and the unexpected toll on human health. Beyond individual action, the film inspires a collective movement for transformative progress toward a plastic-free future.
The Engine Inside is a documentary that follows six people from around the world whose lives have been reshaped by the bicycle. Each story shows how riding can be more than just getting from one place to another—it can be a tool for tackling issues like climate change, social inequality, and even personal healing. Woven together, these experiences highlight the bike as a simple yet powerful force for freedom, resilience, and connection, reminding us that two wheels can spark meaningful change.
