Is Bangkok destined to become the next Atlantis?
In short: Once celebrated as the "Venice of the East," Bangkok is now locked in a desperate struggle against rising tides. This documentary captures the reality of a city sinking while the sea rises, documenting the human cost of living on the front lines of climate change.
The city faces a dual threat: it sinks by approximately 4 centimeters every year while global sea levels rise due to typhoons and monsoons. Scientists warn that without significant intervention, roughly half of Bangkok could be submerged within a single generation.
The film explores the lives of those in the Chao Phraya Delta, including fishermen and families who must constantly rebuild after storms. It serves as a case study on the fragile balance between urban expansion and the reclaiming power of nature.
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