What is the film True Survivors?
In the documentary True Survivors, Sarika Cullis-Suzuki embarks on a scientific and personal journey, challenging the modern stereotype of ‘man against nature’ to get to the root of human survival. Sarika, a scientist and mother who fears for her children’s future, travels from the stunning deserts of New Mexico to the edge of the ice in Canada’s North to learn about how humans adapted to extreme environmental change in the past.
A survival story that builds bridges across generations - including from Sarika to her father, David Suzuki - True Survivors explores our shared human resilience. How have humans adapted and survived in the past? And what will it take to survive what’s next?
Why host a True Survivors screening and discussion?
As a documentary, True Survivors is a philosophical, scientific, and ethical exploration of hope, change, and parenting amidst the worsening climate crisis. Organizing a True Survivors screening and discussion in your community is a great way to bring people together around these issues, and also to lay the groundwork for future community organizing.
How to I access the film?
Email [email protected], and we'll provide you with a link to screen the film ad-free.
Promo kit
| Platform | Sample text | Images |
| Facebook/ LinkedIn/ Instagram |
Join us on [date] for a community screening of True Survivors! In this fantastic documentary, Sarika Cullis-Suzuki explores hope, change, and parenting as the climate crisis changes our world. How have humans adapted and survived in the past? And what will it take to survive what’s next? We’ll have a group discussion about the film after the screening. This is a great way to connect with other folks in the community who are also interested in protecting the planet for future generations. For more information, visit [event URL] |
Canva links: (Note that the first page in each design is customizable - you can create a copy of the design and then insert the relevant details.) For posts that don’t include event details, you can download these PNGs: |
| X / Bluesky |
Join us on [date] for a community screening of the documentary True Survivors! Sarika Cullis-Suzuki explores hope, change, and parenting as the climate crisis changes our world. A discussion will follow the film. Come connect with your community! [Event URL] |
|
|
Email newsletter |
[Group name] is thrilled to invite you to a community film screening of True Survivors. In this excellent documentary, Sarika Cullis-Suzuki explores hope, change, and parenting as the climate crisis changes our world. A group discussion will follow the film. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others interested in community-led climate action. Date and time: x We hope to see you there! |
|
Questions for community discussion
- What does thriving look like in the face of climate change?
- What is your perception of nature and our place as humans within it?
- What are some ways we can translate the resilience of other societies, ecosystems, and species into meaningful action for our current climate crisis? What can we learn and apply from their survival strategies?
- How can non-Indigenous communities better incorporate Indigenous perspectives and wisdom into climate action?
- How can we use storytelling and intergenerational learning to inspire hope and action in the face of climate change?
- How does the film make you feel? What emotions did it evoke and why?
- What personal actions can you take, inspired by the stories shared in the film?