US Film Premier Antarctica the Giant Awakens at New York Climate Week 24

Join us for the exclusive U.S. Premiere of Antarctica: The Giant Awakens (2024)—an extraordinary event that will delve deep into the future of our planet.

Explore the hidden past and discover why Antarctica is the heartbeat of Earth's climate system. From rising sea levels to the impacts of melting glaciers on our oceans and coastal habitats, this groundbreaking documentary reveals the urgent data shaping our century and how we can lead the change needed today.

The premiere will feature an esteemed panel including international award-winning director Liz Courtney, leading climate scientist Prof. Jennifer Walker, and renowned expedition manager Christine Amour-Levar. Following the screening, join the conversation in a special Q&A with the filmmakers and experts, including Sean Davies, Conscious leader and CEO of Green is the New Black.

About the feature documentary.
In a groundbreaking documentary titled "Antarctica – The Giant Awakens," acclaimed Australian filmmaker Liz Courtney sheds light on the looming threat of sea level rise. Despite Antarctica's geographical distance from the tropical landscapes of Australia, Oceania, and Asia, the rapidly changing Antarctic ice sheet presents a significant danger to these regions, with potential global implications.

Directed by Award-Winning Filmmaker Liz Courtney, edited by Academy Award Winning Director Karin Steiniger, the documentary follows a team of scientists on a mission to Antarctica, led by Prof Benjamin Horton, the Director of The Earth Observatory of Singapore.

Accompanied by renowned Australian Director of Photography Michael Dillon AM, the team endeavours to conduct innovative scientific research, providing critical insights into the pace of Antarctica's rapid melt and its implications for the region and around the globe.

Antarctica, nearly twice the size of Australia, holds up to 70% of the world's fresh water. However, the Antarctic ice sheet, perched on a bedrock base, is now under threat as colossal ice cliffs surrounding the West Antarctic coastline melt and collapse due to rising temperatures in the Southern Ocean, surpassing previous predictive models.

Prof Horton emphasizes the urgency of understanding the mechanisms driving the melting glaciers, the impact on ocean circulation, sea level rise and the importance of partnerships and teamwork to drive scientific discoveries and solutions.

Beautiful drone footage, captivating wildlife, a frozen land of ice and beauty sets an alluring backdrop to one of the world's hidden climate emergencies and poses the question - is Antarctica waking up? 

Join us for an engaging afternoon of film, discussion and insights including refreshments which will be served from 6-6.30pm and costs included in the ticket price.

The film will start at 9.30am sharp - Watch trailer!

WHEN: 9.30-11.30am, Thursday 26 September, 2024

WHERE: The Canvas 3.0, The Oculus, World Trade Centre, NYC

UNIQUE: US Premiere Event, includes introduction with Australian director Liz Courtney, and crew members, Prof Jennifer Walker and Expedition Manager & Philanthropist Christine Armour-Levar, with insights through the photographic lens from Sean Davies, from Green is the New Black.

This event is presented by Green is the New Black and Her Planet. 

This is a rare opportunity to witness a powerful story of science, action, and hope at one of the most important climate events of the year. Don't miss it!

Seats are limited.

Book your FREE ticket now.