Produced by ITN Productions for Channel 4 in the UK, Australia on Fire: Climate Emergency (1 x 60’) tells the dramatic and terrifying story of the recent ferocious wildfires to hit Down Under. The film, which broadcast on Channel 4 on February 3, hears first-hand accounts from the firefighters and rescue teams combating the unpredictable firestorms and features extraordinary drone footage to reveal the extent of the devastation.
With some estimates putting the wildlife death toll at millions, Channel 4 News reporter Kylie Morris examines the long-term impacts of the fires on Australia’s diverse animal population and ecology. The programme also hears from those people who only just escaped their burning homes with their lives - as well as those who lost everything in the fires - and speaks to wildlife experts about what Australia’s climate change crisis means for all of us in the future.
Lilla Hurst, Drive co-MD, said: “Australia has been ravaged by some of the worst bushfires to hit the country in decades, causing widespread devastation to its human and wildlife populations. The story of the battle against these apocalyptic infernos is an important one to tell, and we are in no doubt this landmark film will be of strong interest to buyers across the world.”
Ian Russell, Head of International Programmes, ITN Productions said: “The story of these devastating bushfires and the impact they have had on wildlife, forests and the people who have escaped from their burning homes will resonate with audiences throughout the world. We’re delighted to be working with Drive on such a significant documentary.”
'Australia on Fire: Climate Emergency' is produced by ITN Productions. It was directed by Ariel White and the Executive Producer is George Waldrum.
Since its launch by co-founders Lilla Hurst and Ben Barrett seven years ago, Drive has become a leader in securing sales, funding and providing consultancy for a portfolio of production company clients including Oxford Films, October Films, Blink, yap films, Raw TV, Back2Back Productions and Lightbox.
'Australia on Fire: Climate Emergency' is produced by ITN Productions. It was directed by Ariel White and the Executive Producer is George Waldrum.
Since its launch by co-founders Lilla Hurst and Ben Barrett seven years ago, Drive has become a leader in securing sales, funding and providing consultancy for a portfolio of production company clients including Oxford Films, October Films, Blink, yap films, Raw TV, Back2Back Productions and Lightbox.
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