Wilding (Silvestres)

Photography, editing, sound editing: Miguel Cortes Costa
Sound recording, motion graphics, animation: Carolina Castro Almeida
Writer: Dinis M. Costa
Voice over: Sara César
Original soundtrack: Rikkyu in Miguel Mateus Pinheiro
Audio post-production: BillyBoom Sound Design
Colourist: Francisco Costa
Stop motion: Rui Telmo Romao
Co-producers: Real Ficçao
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The screening will be followed by a discussion with Blanka Ravnjak, Universty Botanic Gardens Ljuljana. It will be moderated by Damjan Vinter.

In "Wilding" we embark on a fascinating journey into the creation of a wildflower meadow, an ambitious project in the heart of the city of Oeiras where the City Council is aiming to counter the decline of pollinators in the estate of one of the most powerful and controversial ministers in the history of Portugal: Marques de Pombal.

As a dedicated team of biologists brings this wildflower meadow to life, the film uncovers other captivating moments. From capturing a barn owl residing in a historic building, symbolising urban wildlife resilience, to a biologist’s effort to foster a special bond with "his" wild bees at home, while planning to reintroduce them to the new meadow. 
The documentary delves into the challenges confronted by this team as they repurpose the Marques' property, shedding light on their own personal growth and perspectives regarding green spaces in urban environments. 

“Wilding” paints a vivid portrait of a city shaped by the legacy of Marques de Pombal’s agricultural vision and the power of collective action, urging viewers to reflect on the possibilities of harmonising urban development with the natural

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