Uncivilized (2019)

Uncivilized (2019) poster

Disenchanted by the modern world, Michael Lees heads into the forest of Dominica with some basic survival gear, religious texts and a camera. "Why did man ever leave the forest? And what makes for a good life?" Just as he starts to acclimatize to his new life - the unexpected; Category 5 Hurricane Maria, one of the top ten strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history, makes a direct landfall. Michael is caught out in the open in a palm leaf and bamboo hut. With the nation in ruins, the forest destroyed, and essential services knocked out islandwide, the entire country must now return to a past way of life if they hope to survive.

Director: Michael Lees
Genre: Documentary, Adventure
Runtime: 75 min
Release Date:

Cast

Editing: Norris Francois
Production: Studio Anansi
Country: Dominica
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Polar Expedition in the Frozen Lands, Animal Kingdom and Survival, Oceanic Migration: The Great Voyage, Frozen Tundra and Endless Ice Survival, Natural Disasters: Fury of the Storm

Keywords

human vs nature, hurricane, survival, man against nature, forces of nature, survivalism, dominica

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Michael Lees
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Adventure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uncivilized about?
Disenchanted by the modern world, Michael Lees heads into the forest of Dominica with some basic survival gear, religious texts and a camera. "Why did man ever leave the forest? And what makes for a good life?" Just as he starts to acclimatize to his new life - the unexpected; Category 5 Hurricane Maria, one of the top ten strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history, makes a direct landfall. Michael is caught out in the open in a palm leaf and bamboo hut. With the nation in ruins, the forest destroyed, and essential services knocked out islandwide, the entire country must now return to a past way of life if they hope to survive.
Who directed Uncivilized?
Uncivilized was directed by Michael Lees.
Who stars in Uncivilized?
Uncivilized stars Michael Lees.
How long is Uncivilized?
Uncivilized has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
What genre is Uncivilized?
Uncivilized is a Documentary, Adventure film.
Where was Uncivilized produced?
Uncivilized was produced in Dominica.
What are the themes of Uncivilized?
The themes of Uncivilized include: Polar Expedition in the Frozen Lands, Animal Kingdom and Survival, Oceanic Migration: The Great Voyage, Frozen Tundra and Endless Ice Survival, Natural Disasters: Fury of the Storm.