Dear Ancestor

Description

A mother sits with her daughter, recounting the struggles faced by their ancestor in Madagascar amid a large-scale rare earth mining project. The narrative unfolds in 2067, detailing the resistance mounted by the people in the northern region of the Great Red Island against the systematic exploitation of their natural resources. Through personal stories and historical context, the film examines the impact of global economic interests on local communities. As the mother shares these stories, the daughter becomes increasingly aware of the ongoing challenges posed by outside forces seeking to profit from her homeland. The film highlights the complex dynamics of resource extraction and the fight for environmental justice, leaving the characters confronted with the unresolved fate of their ancestral land and its people.