Bigger Than Us movie poster

Bigger Than Us

September 22, 2021 1h 35m 7.1/10 (17 votes)

Released 5 years ago in 2021. Bigger Than Us is a documentary film. directed by Flore Vasseur.

Starring Melati Wijsen, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, and Rene Silva

Synopsis

For six years, Melati, 18, has been fighting the plastic pollution that is ravaging her country, Indonesia. Like her, a generation is rising up to fix the world. Everywhere, teenagers and young adults are fighting for human rights, the climate, freedom of expression, social justice, access to education or food. Dignity. Alone against all odds, sometimes risking their lives and safety, they protect, denounce and care for others. The earth. And they change everything. Melati goes to meet them across the globe. At a time when everything seems to be or has been falling apart, these young people show us how to live. And what it means to be in the world today.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 22, 2021 4 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (17 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Elzévir Films
  • All You Need is Prod
  • Big Mother Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bigger Than Us about?

For six years, Melati, 18, has been fighting the plastic pollution that is ravaging her country, Indonesia. Like her, a generation is rising up to fix the world. Everywhere, teenagers and young adu...

Who directed Bigger Than Us?

Bigger Than Us was directed by Flore Vasseur.

How long is Bigger Than Us?

Bigger Than Us has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Bigger Than Us released?

Bigger Than Us was released on September 22, 2021 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bigger Than Us?

The main cast of Bigger Than Us includes Melati Wijsen, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, Rene Silva, Memory Banda, Mohamad Al Jounde.