THIS IS OUR EVERYTHING

A bounty has been placed on Olimpio’s head by the logging mafia because he organizes patrols to protect the remaining forest in the state of Maranhão, Brazil. With no government support, he and other activists comb the region in search of criminal gangs. More than environmental protection is at stake – the forest lies at the heart of the Guajajara and Awá cultures and identities. They are prepared to risk their lives to preserve it.

THE FILMMAKER

Frederik Subei is driven by a passion for environmental subjects, social issues, and human rights. Coming from a journalism and activism background, his style has shifted towards creative documentary for cinema and broadcast.

FESTIVALS AND AWARDS

Best Documentary – Santiago del Estero Film Festival, Argentina
Audience Award – The Natur Vision Film Festival, Germany
Rigoberta Menchú Community Award – Présence Autochtone International First Peoples' Festival, Canada
Jury Special Mention – WATCH DOCS International Film Festival, Poland
Filmfest Hamburg, Germany
Crossing the Screen International Film Festival, United Kingdom
Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), India
Filmambiente – International Environmental Film Festival, Brazil