An immersive cinematic experience that transforms our understanding of wildfire, Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper's National Film Board of Canada (NFB) feature documentary Incandescence will have its US premiere at the 40th Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which takes place February 4 to 15, 2025.
Wildfires are burning with increasing intensity around the world. Following the rhythms of the seasons, Incandescence weaves on-the-ground footage with extraordinary stories of courage and community. Made in collaboration with firefighters and impacted communities, the film takes shape from the ancient patterns embodied in fire: destruction, aftermath and rebirth.
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"As wildfires devastate communities in the Los Angeles area, our hearts go out to everyone impacted, both humans and animals. We are grateful for the hard work of first responders from around the world, who put themselves on the line for their communities. We hope the screening of Incandescence at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival will offer an extra layer of meaning in the wake of these fires.
- Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper
More about the film
Incandescence by Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper (105 min)
Produced and executive produced by Shirley Vercruysse for the NFB's Western Documentary Unit in Vancouver.
