Published 05:17 IST, September 6th 2020
Greta Thunberg confirms worldwide release of 'I am Greta' after Venice Film Fest screening
Greta Thunberg, in a series of tweets on Saturday, informed that the film made on her life will also be released in cinemas soon.
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Greta Thunberg, in a series of tweets on Saturday, informed that a film made on her life that saw mention at the ongoing Venice Film Festival will also be released in cinemas across Europe, the United States, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, and Australia later this year. She further added that the film will be showcased in India, China, South Korea, Russia, Japan, and Latin America, in 2021.
Swedish teenage climate activist also clarified that neither she nor anyone in her connection has received money for the documentary film made on her life. Greta Thunberg further added that half of the revenues earned will be dedicated to her foundation by B-Reel films, which will be then donated to "organizations and projects fighting for a sustainable world and defending nature".
I am Greta
The documentary movie I am Greta was screened at the Venice Film Festival on September 4 and Thunberg who appeared via a video link said that she is pleased with how she has been portrayed by filmmaker Nathan Grossman because that is the person she is in real life.
The movie shows the teenage environmentalist dancing in her pyjamas to relieve stress while she crisscrosses Europe and the world to appear in various global events, including the United Nations General Assembly. Thunberg said that Grossman succeeded in framing her as a "shy nerd" rather than the girl she is portrayed in the media.
The film shows how Thunberg lived off baked beans and pasta during her erratic travel across the world to demand a safe and sustainable environment for all. Overall, the film captures how a schoolgirl went from being a quiet introvert to a global celebrity in just a few months. The film also captures her frustration at the gulf between politicians’ promises and their reactions.
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Updated 05:17 IST, September 6th 2020