Force of Nature: The David Suzuki movie has it's Western Canadian premier tonight at the Plaza. From the looks of it this will be a very popular one, even with an Albertan audience. Unlike other films of a more radical nature, such as this year's 'green screen' series highlight Dirty Oil, which has already caused it's share of controversy, this movie seems like it will be much more quaint, quiet, and introspective. The film is a movie about the man himself, his legacy, and much of it is in his own words, in a documented "final speech". Scenes from this speech or seemingly woven into scenes from Suzuki's past to create what seems like it will be a moving biography, and one which maintains an influential message for decades to come. In this sense the film seems like it will draw a fine line between honouring the past and encouraging the future. Both a humble send off to the man that we all have come to know, and an re-instillment of his passion for change, and to leave a better world for generations to come. Suzuki, a revered scientist, broadcaster, and environmentalist, has aged, and he has undoubtedly gained a reservoir of knowledge, reason, and wisdom over the years. This movie will hopefully capture all of that into a single sitting, one that in my opinion, will be well worth while.
You can catch Force of Nature tonight at 7:00 PM at the Plaza in Kensington.
Tickets are on sale online, at the festival centre in Eau Claire Market, and may be available at the door. Get your tickets before the show if this is one you want to see! It's sure to be a popular one!
