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Borealis

Kevin McMahon
2020 | 1 h 33 min
In his new feature documentary Borealis, acclaimed director Kevin McMahon (Waterlife) travels deep into the heart of the boreal forest to explore the chorus of life in Canada’s iconic wilderness. How do trees move, communicate and survive the destructive forces of fire, insects, and human encroachment? Borealis offers an immersive portrait of the lifecycles of the forest from the perspective of the plants and animals that live there.

Awards and distinctions

  • Best Photography, Documentary or Factual
    Canadian Screen Awards, Toronto
    2022
  • Rob Stewart Award for Best Science or Nature Documentary Program or Series
    Canadian Screen Awards, Toronto
    2022
  • Homeland Earth Award
    SILBERSALZ Science & Media Awards, Halle
    2021