The Kinabatangan River: A 560-kilometer lifeline under siege
In short: Explore the 'Amazon of the East' through the lens of a local wildlife photographer. This documentary captures the delicate balance between ancient riverine life and the modern pressures of agricultural expansion.
The Kinabatangan River winds through Borneo's diverse landscapes, including fruit forests, limestone caves, and mangrove systems, before reaching the Sulu Sea. For centuries, it has served as a vital artery for trade and communication for local communities.
The film highlights a growing conflict: the river's biodiversity is increasingly threatened by deforestation driven by agricultural growth. By following photographer Cede Prudente, the narrative explores the tension between modern economic needs and the urgent necessity of animal conservation.
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