The Plant Messiah

Type

Documentary

Location

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew & Kensington, London

The Plant Messiah

Micro-Documentary

“The Plant Messiah" delves into the life of Carlos Magdalena, also known as the 'Kew Gardens Codebreaker.' As a senior Botanical Horticulturist at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Carlos draws inspiration from his childhood hero, Felix Rodriguez de la Fuente. Recalling how a tragic news report ignited a fervent passion for conservation, Carlos is determined to reverse humanity's detrimental impact on global biodiversity.

Embarking on a profound quest to unravel the mysteries of existence, Carlos ardently advocates for the protection of plant species. Now, his focus is on passionately transferring his enthusiasm to future champions, inspiring them to carry forth the torch of preservation and his love for the natural world.

Production | Heist

Direction | Justin Hunt & Nathan Whitmarsh 

Cinematography | Arran Green

Post | Heist

Special Thanks |

Carlos & Matteo Magdalena

The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

Andrew Steggall

Joe Carnaby

Services Provided | Creative, Direction, Production + Post Production.

“If an army of people start lighting sparks in the dark, we will find the way out.”

- Carlos Magdalena



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