Wild Works (2013)

Visual essay about wilderness and its (in)dispensibility

Wild Works (2013) poster

Wilderness. Most Czechs think of the African savannah or tropical rainforest destroyed by "irresponsible" indigenous peoples. However, we should not forget that it was we - Europeans - who were among the first to get rid of large mammals - their supposed animal competitors. The old wildernesses have thus irretrievably disappeared. However, some actions are now bringing them back. But can we live side by side with wolves, bears or bison? The documentary film WILDLIFE brings to mind the efforts of people who have dedicated their lives to protecting creatures that have been persecuted for generations and examines how our society perceives wilderness as a cultural phenomenon.

Director: Jan E. Svatoš
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Katarína Buchanan Geyerová
Production: Česká televize, FAMO
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Český
Original Language: cs

Themes

Birds: Flight and Migration in the Sky

Keywords

wildlife, wildlife conservation

Trailer

Wild Works Trailer
More Films by Director: Jan E. Svatoš
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wild Works about?
Wilderness. Most Czechs think of the African savannah or tropical rainforest destroyed by "irresponsible" indigenous peoples. However, we should not forget that it was we - Europeans - who were among the first to get rid of large mammals - their supposed animal competitors. The old wildernesses have thus irretrievably disappeared. However, some actions are now bringing them back. But can we live side by side with wolves, bears or bison? The documentary film WILDLIFE brings to mind the efforts of people who have dedicated their lives to protecting creatures that have been persecuted for generations and examines how our society perceives wilderness as a cultural phenomenon.
Who directed Wild Works?
Wild Works was directed by Jan E. Svatoš.
Who stars in Wild Works?
Wild Works stars František Derfler.
How long is Wild Works?
Wild Works has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Wild Works?
Wild Works is a Documentary film.
Where was Wild Works produced?
Wild Works was produced in Czech Republic.
What are the themes of Wild Works?
The themes of Wild Works include: Birds: Flight and Migration in the Sky.