The Human Element

During his glorious four-decade career as a photographer and explorer, James Balog has focused his lens on the complex relationship between humans and nature, challenging us to contemplate our place in and responsibility towards the natural world. The documentary follows the radical artist as he visits people whose lives are under threat due to climate change. All overlooked victims of the undeclared war that man is waging against the planet.

Screening Schedule

No physical screenings scheduled.

Direction: Matthew Testa

Script: James Balog, Lyman Smith, Matthew Testa

Cinematography: Jim Hurst, Josh Salzman

Editing: Lyman Smith

Music: Zoe Keating

Production: Earth Vision Film Production

Producers: Olivia Ahnemann

Co-producers: Daniel Wright

Executive producer: Linda A. Cornfield, David J. Cornfield, Brooks Fisher, Ginny Jordan, Paula Dupre’ Pesmen, Wendy Schmidt

Format: ProRes