Green City Life

How can we create cities that combine the advantages of rural life with the conveniences of urbanity? This pressing question is the focus of GREEN CITY LIFE, a thought-provoking documentary by Manon Turina and François Marques. The two young city dwellers embark on a global journey that takes them from Mexico to Europe and the United States to discover innovative and revolutionary projects that bring nature back to cities. From urban farming to greening initiatives and innovative solutions for organic waste recycling, GREEN CITY LIFE shows concrete measures that can be implemented at every level – from local communities to international companies – to make cities more sustainable and livable. Accompanied by experts, entrepreneurs and urban planners, the film develops a comprehensive vision of the “green city” of tomorrow and calls on governments, businesses and citizens alike to take action. The film celebrated its international premiere at the renowned CPH:DOX 2023 and won the Audience Award for Best Environmental Feature at the Newport Beach Film Festival 2023. These awards underscore the relevance and transformative power of the documentary journey. GREEN CITY LIFE is an inspiring invitation to meet the challenges of urbanization with creativity and commitment. With captivating images and a clear message, the film shows how a greener, more sustainable future can be realized in our cities – a must-see for anyone interested in shaping the world of tomorrow.

Keywords

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  • climate change
  • current
  • ecology
  • urban living

Director

  • Manon Turina
  • François Marques

Documentary, Independent


1h 25min


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France
2023
Cities are growing relentlessly. But how can we keep places livable in times of climate change?

Cities are growing relentlessly. But how can we keep places livable in times of climate change?


How can we create cities that combine the advantages of rural life with the conveniences of urbanity? This pressing question is the focus of GREEN CITY LIFE, a thought-provoking documentary by Manon Turina and François Marques. The two young city dwellers embark on a global journey that takes them from Mexico to Europe and the United States to discover innovative and revolutionary projects that bring nature back to cities.


From urban farming to greening initiatives and innovative solutions for organic waste recycling, GREEN CITY LIFE shows concrete measures that can be implemented at every level – from local communities to international companies – to make cities more sustainable and livable. Accompanied by experts, entrepreneurs and urban planners, the film develops a comprehensive vision of the “green city” of tomorrow and calls on governments, businesses and citizens alike to take action.


The film celebrated its international premiere at the renowned CPH:DOX 2023 and won the Audience Award for Best Environmental Feature at the Newport Beach Film Festival 2023. These awards underscore the relevance and transformative power of the documentary journey.


GREEN CITY LIFE is an inspiring invitation to meet the challenges of urbanization with creativity and commitment. With captivating images and a clear message, the film shows how a greener, more sustainable future can be realized in our cities – a must-see for anyone interested in shaping the world of tomorrow.

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