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The Business of Making a Difference Dorjee Sun, a young Australian Entrepreneur, believes there's money to be made from protecting rainforests in Indonesia, saving the orangutan from extinction and making a real impact on climate change. Armed with a laptop and a backpack, he sets out across the globe to find investors in his carbon trading scheme. It is a battle against time. Achmadi, the palm oil farmer is ready to set fire to his land to plant more palm oil, and Lone's orangutan centre has reached crisis point with over 600 orangutans rescued from the fires. The Burning Season is an eco-thriller about a young man not afraid to confront the biggest challenge of our time. DVD Special Features Introduction by Hugh Jackman Extended Scenes WSPA Promotional clip The Bookend Trust: Be Inspired Theatrical Trailer

Release Date: 10/03/2010
Languages: English
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 89.0 mins
Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL)
Catalogue: MMA8016

“A fascinating documentary, an important documentary, and a very informative documentary with some wonderful footage.” David Stratton, ABC1’s AT THE MOVIES.

“Told clearly and with a sense of urgency befitting the subject matter, crisply narrated by Hugh Jackman... takes on the attributes of a thriller.” Andrew L. Urban, URBAN CINEFILE.

“The human element of this film sets it apart from the green doco pack. Information rich without being dry… THE BURNING SEASON makes its point without using a soapbox.” FILMINK

“Will uplift and entertain audiences and inspire hope in our future.” SBS FILM

“As inspiring as AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH was frightening… packs plenty of genuine emotion.” VARIETY

"This highly informative film is not pushing an agenda. We get to hear many sides of the story. It’s so nice to be treated like an intelligent adult by a filmmaker." Margaret Pomeranz, ABC1's AT THE MOVIES