Summary Of The Documentary, Human, By Yann Arthus-Bertrand

The documentary, Human, presents in an original and powerful manner the testimonies and beliefs of diverse individuals of the world. Yann Arthus-Bertrand, the director of the film, tries to show the cultural richness and social difference that exists throughout the globe. Yann is recognized by the development of Foundation GoodPlanet and other documentaries that attempt to demonstrate the magnificence of the planet Earth and the controversies created by human society, such as, global warming and climate change. However, in this documentary he focuses on the depth of human psyche, represented by emotional interviews and moving stories. It reflects about the variety of thought and the range of human condition, making a highlight of both the best …show more content…
People that have attended to those events share their experience and how they have been forced to fight for their nation, children that are brought up with the idea of dying for their country and other nationalistic sentiments. A shocking view of the consequences of war and the stupidity of human politics interfering with the life of honest and hardworking people. These testimonies that marked their lives and started to separate them from the higher society. Therefore, one can reflect about humanity and the lack of stability that exists in the world. Progress that each day slows and widens the uncertainty of development for future generations. As explained in a testimony: violence appears to be addictive or something that someone would look up for. Showing an alarming side of society that leaves you unarmed at the hands of a random human being that is anxious to end the life of another person. No other reflection about life can be powerful as this one, being alive is not up to you and there is no action to be made for you to change that …show more content…
Is it the actions we take? The fact that we are a different species? This documentary is about formalizing humanity, with all its flaws and virtues. Getting to know what we can achieve, either great or awful. It tries to display the human diversity, one which we rarely interact with, but should learn to accept and be accustomed living with. It criticizes the perception and internal interactions of human beings. Summarizes what there is of humanity and teaches tragedy in an unimaginable manner. Takes you through a heart touching journey that evokes objectivity and an open mind. After watching the film all prejudices are long gone, because suddenly you realize the vastness of identities and ideologies. Confusion is the first thing you encounter at the end, why are we cruel or despicable with each other. Our future really leans to self-destruction, the extinction of humanity? Only time will tell, hoping it will incline to human transcendence. The documentary should be shared and viewed by everyone. It favors the acceptance of one