Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai (2008)

Cast

• Kamoji Wachiira - himself
• Lilian Wanjiru Njehu - herself
• Vertistine Mbaya - herself
• Ngorongo Makanga - himself
• Wangari Maathai - Self

Themes

Plant Kingdom: Hidden Life

Keywords

kenya, ecology, woman director, herstory

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai about?

This documentary provides a window into the extraordinary life of activist and Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai, a Kenyan woman who has worked to regain ownership of her country and its fate after years of colonialism. While gentle and thoughtful, Maathai carries a powerful message: the First World holds much of the responsibility for the environmental, economic and social struggles of the developing world.

Who directed Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai?

Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai was directed by Lisa Merton, Alan Dater.

Who stars in Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai?

Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai stars Kamoji Wachiira, Lilian Wanjiru Njehu, Vertistine Mbaya, Ngorongo Makanga, Wangari Maathai.

How long is Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai?

Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai has a runtime of 1h 21m (81 minutes).

What genre is Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai?

Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai is a Documentary film.

What are the themes of Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai?

The themes of Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai include: Plant Kingdom: Hidden Life.