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Manufactured Landscapes

Edward Burtynsky is internationally acclaimed for his large-scale photographs of nature transformed by industry. Manufactured Landscapes - a stunning documentary by award winning director Jennifer Baichwal - follows Burtynsky to China, as he captures the effects of the country's massive industrial revolution. This remarkable film leads us to meditate on Human endeavour and its impact on the planet. Special features include Additional Scenes (optional Director's Commentary); Slide Show with Commentary by Edward Burtynsky; Discussion with the Director and Edward Burtynsky; Mini-Interview with Cinematographer; Theatrical Trailer; Stills Gallery.
"Manufactured Landscapes tracks the beauty and the horror of industry's imprint on the earth." --Now Magazine
"A protracted exploration of the aesthetic, social and spiritual dimensions of industrialization and globalization."-- New York Times
"This film let's us look at the impressive, yet troubling scale of our impact.Everyone should see it!" - David Suzuki
Film Details
Feature
2006
MinutesSeconds
Run time--
English
Credits
Director: 
Jennifer Baichwal
Producer: 
Jennifer Baichwal
Producer: 
Nick de Pencier
Producer: 
Daniel Iron
Executive Producer: 
Silva Basmajian
Editor: 
Roland Schlimme
Cinematographer: 
Peter Mettler
Film Composer: 
Dan Driscoll
Commissioning Editor: 
Rudy Buttignol
Awards and Festivals
2007, Toronto International Film Festival -- Best Canadian Film
2007, Toronto Film Critics Association Awards -- Best Documentary
2007, Genie Awards -- Best Documentary
2007, Toronto International Film Festival
2007, River Run International Film Festival
2007, Sundance Film Festival

Manufactured Landscapes