Symphony of the Soil (2012)

Drawing from ancient knowledge and cutting edge science, Symphony of the Soil is an artistic exploration of the miraculous substance soil. By understanding the elaborate relationships and ... See full summary »

Director:

Deborah Koons

Writer:

Deborah Koons

Stars:

Ignacio Chapela, Helmy Abouleish, Ibrahim Abouleish

Cast

Credited cast:
Ignacio Chapela	...	Himself - Narrator / Interviewee
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Helmy Abouleish	...	Himself - Managing Director of the Sekem Initiative
Ibrahim Abouleish	...	Himself - Professor and Chairman of Sekem Group and Founder of Sekem
John Aeschliman	...	Himself - Farmer, J.E.A. Farms Ltd
Jack Algiere	...	Himself - Four Season Farm Manager, Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture
Dan Barber	...	Himself - Chef, Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture and Blue Hill Restaurant
Charles Benbrook	...	Himself - Chief Scientist of The Organic Center
Viraj Beri	...	Himself - Professor and Head of Department of Soils, Punjab Agricultural University
Bob Cannard	...	Himself - Farmer, Cannard Farms, Sonoma, CA
Lynne Carpenter-Boggs	...	Herself - BIOAg Specialist with the Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources, Washington State University
Oliver Chadwick	...	Himself - Professor of Geography
Jaspal Singh Chattha	...	Himself - Farmer, J & P Organic Farm, India
I.M. Chhibba	...	Himself - Senior Soil Chemist, Department of Soils, Punjab Agricultural University
Philippe Coderey	...	Himself - formerly the biodynamic manager for Bonny Doon Vineyard
Laurie Drinkwater	...	Herself - Department of Horticulture, Cornell University

Storyline

Drawing from ancient knowledge and cutting edge science, Symphony of the Soil is an artistic exploration of the miraculous substance soil. By understanding the elaborate relationships and mutuality between soil, water, the atmosphere, plants and animals, we come to appreciate the complex and dynamic nature of this precious resource. The film also examines our human relationship with soil, the use and misuse of soil in agriculture, deforestation and development, and the latest scientific research on soil's key role in ameliorating the most challenging environmental issues of our time. Filmed on four continents, featuring esteemed scientists and working farmers and ranchers, Symphony of the Soil is an intriguing presentation that highlights possibilities of healthy soil creating healthy plants creating healthy humans living on a healthy planet.

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Plot Keywords:

soil | nature | science | agriculture | organic | 

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Taglines:

Discover the life beneath your feet.

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Genres:

Documentary | Adventure

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Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 March 2012 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Wales, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Lily Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

104 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital (Skywalker Sound)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

16:9 HD

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