Watch here.

11. The Ivory Game

Released: 2016

Directors: Richard Ladkani and Kief Davidson

It’s no secret that ivory has been big business for years. But while many countries have
banned its import and trade due to its devastating impact on Africa’s elephant
population, it remains a symbol of affluence in China. Undercover filmmakers infiltrated
this murky world to document the deep-rooted corruption fuelling the trade.

Watch it on Netflix.

12. The Hottest August

Released: 2019

Director: Brett Story

A portrait of one of the most densely populated metropolises on Earth during one of its
hottest months on record. It’s humid, it’s uncomfortable, but that’s nothing compared to
residents’ growing anxiety on how to make ends meet day to day. It’s a depiction of how
big picture problems might be forgotten when faced with the everyday grind of
existence.

Pre-order a copy here.

13. An Inconvenient Sequel

Released: 2017

Directors: Jon Shenk and Bonni Cohen

In the decade since the release of An Inconvenient Truth, a lot has changed but not
necessarily for the better. What hasn’t changed is former presidential candidate Al
Gore’s determination to draw world leaders’ attention to environmental threats. He’s
continuing his mission to convince governments to invest in renewable energy while
battling misinformation on environmental issues.

Watch on YouTube.

14. Chasing Coral

Released: 2017

Director: Jeff Orlowski

Coral reefs are disappearing at an alarming rate. Barrier reefs are retreating while
others are bleaching in warming oceans. The makers of this documentary are
convinced that unravelling the secrets of the deep can reveal what lies ahead for the
health of the oceans.

Watch it on Netflix.

15. 2040
Released: 2019

Director:  Damon Gameau

Rather than considering the problems, director Damon Gameau is determined to search
out solutions to climate change rather than focusing on the problems. Driven by hopes
for his daughter’s future, he hunts out the technological breakthroughs that could
reverse the impacts over the next 20 years.

Find a screening here.