James McNeill Whistler was one of the 19th century’s most radical artistic voices, rejecting Victorian convention to pursue a new vision of “art for art’s sake.” Inspired by music, he reimagined painting through tone and harmony, creating works he called “arrangements” and “nocturnes.” Best known for Whistler’s Mother, one of the most iconic images in art history, this film reveals the artist behind the masterpiece, set against Tate Britain’s landmark retrospective of his work.
Follow passionate sea swimmer turned reluctant activist, Jo Bateman, as she takes on one of the UK’s biggest water companies in a David-and-Goliath battle to protect our waters from devastating sewage pollution.
A feature-length documentary made by award-winning filmmakers with a strong track record of bringing powerful stories to our cinema screens. It is not just about water pollution; it is about connection, to nature, to our own sense of place, and to our responsibility for the world around us.Featuring Jo Bateman, Jeremy Vine, Jim Murray MBE and Chris Packham.
“A brilliant, inspiring hopeful film that shows how powerful committed citizens can be.” George Monbiot, Guardian columnist.
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