starting with deforestation in ancient Mesopotamia, the impacts of the same in Greece and Italy, and their serious consequences for climate and soil fertility: ‘Thus at every step we are reminded that we by no means rule over nature … but...
Popular on Variety Additional distractions come from the decision to open and close the film with talking-head interviews featuring an assortment of celebrities — ranging from comedians Ricky Gervais and Sarah Silverman to filmmakers Woody Allen and Werner Herzog to authors Ian McEwan and Cormac McCa...