Swarm Season

Set against the majestic backdrop of Hawaii's Mauna Kea volcano, young Manu and her mother nurture a bee colony. As Manu's father leads protests against a massive telescope threatening their sacred land, scientists prepare for humanity's potential migration to Mars. Director Sarah J. Christman weaves together these intertwining stories, exploring themes of connection between the personal and the universal. With a keen eye for time, scale, and historical implications, the film evolves into a compelling allegory, emphasizing the significance of both nature and our place in the cosmos as its powerful imagery unfolds.