From the moment David Brower first laid eyes on the beauty of
the Yosemite Valley, he fought to preserve the American wilderness for future
generations.
The story of a true American legend, Monumental documents the life
of this outdoorsman, filmmaker and environmental crusader, whose fiery dedication
not only saved the Grand Canyon but also transformed the Sierra Club into a
powerful national political force, giving birth to the modern environmental
movement.
Seen through Brower’s own eyes - he was an accomplished filmmaker, and
his stunning footage is included here - a 1956 raft trip down Glen Canyon, before
its damming, evokes the awful sadness of losing public land we’ve failed
to protect. And in period footage of Brower’s early rock-climbs (done
in sneakers, with hemp ropes) and of his training in the 10th Mountain Division
(who defeated the Nazis in the high Alps), Brower emerges as an unlikely and
inspiring national hero.
Featuring music by The Beachwood Sparks, Fruit Bats, Yo La Tengo
and more.
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"He accomplished more through the force of one man’s
will than any of his breed since John Muir." - Los
Angeles Times
"An inspiring testament to the power of the individual."
- Mother Jones
"Hauntingly beautiful. Terrific music!"
- Seattle
Times
"Stylish and substantial. Richly cinematic!" - Seattle
Times
Bonus materials:
- Short
films by David Brower: Two Yosemites & Shiprock
- Interview with Director Kelly Duane
- Interview with
former Secretary of Interior Stewart Udall
- About the Music
of Monumental
- Biographies
- Trailer Gallery
Format: DVD
Release Year: 2005
Running Time: 80 minutes + 35 minutes bonus materials
Color: Color & B/W
Language: English
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