Messages from the Marsh
Amy Kaczur
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𖤘 Shorts: Documentary, Experimental, Research
“The path forward lies in amplifying the natural infrastructures already protecting us.”
Following Oceanus, Messages from the Marsh draws us closer to shore, into the tidal wetlands that quietly defend our coasts. These marshes (filmed along the U.S. East Coast), projected to be underwater by 2050, are celebrated here for both their fragile beauty and their extraordinary power: filtering water, storing carbon, and buffering storms.
Kaczur’s current projects focus on urgent water issues, particularly the impact of rising sea levels on coastal flood zones and the threats they pose to marshes and ecosystems. Her dedication to environmental advocacy is deeply rooted in her upbringing near the industrial hub of Cleveland, Ohio.
Production: Amy Kaczur
Production assistance: Kenneth Hinegardner
Courtesy of the artist