Just Look Up

Directed by Emma Wall, Betsy Hershey
United States
2026
95 mins

Synopsis

This pressing documentary follows Michael Greenberg, the leader of the climate activist group Climate Defiance which is fighting for the planet's future. Award winner, CPH:DOX 2026.

Michael Greenberg founded Climate Defiance in 2023, inspired by the civil rights movement, ACT UP and Gandhi. Alongside his fellow activists, Michael stages non-violent protests at events attended by the CEOs and politicians driving the climate crisis – with many going viral. This exhilarating doc, executive produced by Joshua Oppenheimer (The Act of Killing), reveals what it takes to run a youth led movement, from the pressures of organising to the personal risks in an increasingly authoritarian political environment. Directors Betsy Hershey and Emma Wall serve up a galvanising call to action, powered by a standout soundtrack featuring Chappell Roan, Doechii, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Billie Eilish.

Tickets

Thu 11 June 2026, 6:15pm
Event Cinemas George Street - Cinema 11
Assisted ListeningWheelchair
Sun 14 June 2026, 4:30pm
Dendy Newtown - Cinema 1
Assisted ListeningWheelchair
Presented By
The Guardian
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