Ko Tatou Te Wai WCFF 2025
Wildlife Conservation Film Festival
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17m
This is not a story of one, but of many. From expansive lakes to hidden springs, we see how water is not just a resource, but a lifeline. In the North Island of New Zealand, the Māori community of Tautoro are drawn to the springs for healing and respite. As we follow the water, we see how it also nourishes the gardens which feed the people. We witness the journey of the characters in this film as the very water they love and rely on is threatened by climate change. Confronted with the stark reality of the future that lies ahead, we are called not just to watch, but to act. Together, let us reclaim the waters that sustain us and forge a future where every drop is cherished and every community thrives.
Filmmaker Stephanie Guest is a South African/Filipina Masters graduate of Natural History Filmmaking and Science Communication at the University of Otago. She has lived in the Philippines, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Vietnam, South Africa, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia where she currently resides as a wildlife photographer and cinematographer.
Rather than her home, what has stayed consistent throughout her life has been her love for storytelling. Through her films, she hopes to continue exploring the world with her projects and bring meaningful stories to her audiences.
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