Four years in the making, this one-hour documentary reveals how fire suppression and climate change have exposed our forests and wildland-urban landscapes to large, high intensity wildfires - and explores strategies to mitigate the impact of these fires.

 

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"We are experiencing now the fires of the future.” - CAL FIRE Chief, Ken Pimlott. Wilder than Wild: Fire, Forests, and the Future reveals how fire suppression and climate change have exposed our forests and wildland-urban landscapes to large, high severity wildfires, while greenhouse gases released from these fires contribute to global warming. In this one-hour documentary, filmmaker Kevin White takes us on a journey from the Rim Fire of 2013 to the wine country wildfires of 2017. Along the way, we learn how the proactive use of prescribed fire can reduce reliance on reactive fire suppression, we see a California tribe renew their tradition of cultural fire, and we meet stakeholder groups working with scientists and resource managers to build consensus on how to restore and manage the lands we love and depend on. https://wilderthanwildfilm.org Produced by Stephen Most and Kevin White
 
 
 
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Wilder than Wild has screened in 20+ film festivals, received a national broadcast run on PBS,
and has had 400+ community screenings.

 
 
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“A fascinating film…highly recommended.” -KSVY

“A timely look at an increasingly urgent environmental issue, this is recommended.” -Video Librarian

“Moved many people to take action.” -Sheila Cameron, Nevada County, CA, Media Consultant

“A topical look at how climate change has been a contributing factor in our state’s wildfires while offering potential ways to help fend off ensuing disasters.” -San Jose Mercury News

“Filmmakers Kevin White and Stephen Most’s smartly focused Wilder Than Wild: Fire, Forests and the Future, recognizes that it’s no longer necessary to galvanize public attention about an urgent problem. The relevant conversation is about solutions and strategies.” -KQED Arts

“Brings a complex issue into a human focus and leaves us with hope for solutions.” -Owen Tilbury, Festival Director, Breath of Fresh Air Film Festival

“Make sure you have a go bag, and then absorb the message of positive change and resilience as you watch this powerful film.” -EatDrinkFilms
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resources

Articles and scientific studies to help you better understand the causes and consequences of today's Western megafires.
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TAKE ACTION

What you can do to be proactive and help reduce fire danger, plus guides for preparing should one occur despite best prevention efforts.
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