Four Wings and a Prayer

Showings

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Sun, Apr 20, 2014 6:00 PM
Film Info
Runtime:81 minutes
Country Listing:Canada
France
Copyright:2007
Rating:G
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Nick de Pencier
Cinema Extra
Distributed by:Primitive Entertainment

Description

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The majestic Monarch butterfly is one of the most beautiful and mysterious creatures on earth and is at risk of becoming extinct unless collective action is taken. We are proud to host a special screening of Four Wings and a Prayer to raise consciousness about this growing problem.

Four Wings and a Prayer is a journey into the Monarch butterfly’s secret and fascinating world. We visit the spectacular locations it calls home, meet its friends and enemies, and fly with it on one of the most inspiring migratory odysseys imaginable. Nowhere in nature is there a more powerful mix of scientific marvel, awesome beauty, and epic struggle for survival.

Special guests include Citizen Scientist and film subject Don Davis, consultant for the Monarch Butterfly Fund Monica Missrie, author of How to Raise Monarch Butterflies Carol Pasternak, the film's writer Kevin McMahon, and a speaker from the Suzuki’s Homegrown National Park Project.

A portion of event proceeds will be donated to the David Suzuki Foundation and their Homegrown National Park Project.

Additional Information

Nominated—Outstanding Nature Programming, Emmy 2010

Nominated—Three Gemini Awards, 2008