The Farewell

About This Movie

The Farewell is a fascinating documentary that dives deep into the relationship between humanity and the geological timescale—a kind of meditative exploration, if you will. The film's tone is contemplative, almost reverent, as it moves through the vast Petroleum Data Repository at Geoscience Australia. You get these insights into core-samples, each telling a story of their own, layered with excerpts from Mahler’s 'Song of the Earth' that really heighten the experience. It’s not just about oil and gas; it makes you think about our impact on the planet and the weight of time itself. The pacing is deliberate, allowing viewers to absorb the visuals and reflect on the themes. Distinctive for its approach, it’s a unique watch for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science, art, and environmental issues.

Explores human activities and geological time.Features core-samples from Geoscience Australia.Set to Mahler’s 'Song of the Earth'.