True Wilds
Abstract
“True Wilds” is a documentary filmed in Miami-Dade County covering the concern of the conservation of South Florida’s Pine Rockland ecosystem. Miami Wilds, a projected water park, was to be built adjacent to Zoo Miami and within their property, which contained most of the remaining Pine Rocklands acreage. The documentary informs viewers on South Florida’s ecological history, displays the opinions of local residents rallying against the construction of Miami Wilds, and brings awareness to the larger ongoing issue of South Florida’s loss of nature to urbanization. The film is directed by Justin Abonce and Gabrielle Spankus. Other crew members include Amit Ramdas and Brooke Bowser. Interviewees featured in the documentary include Dr. Jeffery Matthew Hoch, Brian Walters, Will Larkins, Shelby Salem, Lira Gill, and Carrie Teagarden.
Faculty Sponsors
Dr. Alex Bordino
Project Type
Event
Location
Alvin Sherman Library
Start Date
4-3-2024 12:30 PM
End Date
4-4-2024 1:30 PM
True Wilds
Alvin Sherman Library
“True Wilds” is a documentary filmed in Miami-Dade County covering the concern of the conservation of South Florida’s Pine Rockland ecosystem. Miami Wilds, a projected water park, was to be built adjacent to Zoo Miami and within their property, which contained most of the remaining Pine Rocklands acreage. The documentary informs viewers on South Florida’s ecological history, displays the opinions of local residents rallying against the construction of Miami Wilds, and brings awareness to the larger ongoing issue of South Florida’s loss of nature to urbanization. The film is directed by Justin Abonce and Gabrielle Spankus. Other crew members include Amit Ramdas and Brooke Bowser. Interviewees featured in the documentary include Dr. Jeffery Matthew Hoch, Brian Walters, Will Larkins, Shelby Salem, Lira Gill, and Carrie Teagarden.
