In the film “Racing Extinction” you will be presented with a rather depressing rendition of the state of the planet. I am aware that films like this can backfire. Sometimes we can become so overwhelmed with the magnitude of the challenges facing us, that we simply decide to tune out and become cynical.
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TASK:
What do you think the main message of this film was? Do you think the message was effectively presented? In the end of the film, a more positive note is struck, intended to get people motivated to get involved. Do you think this latter message was effective. What kind of action is being proposed and do you think it could be effective?