Upcoming screenings
Upcoming screenings
Abertay University
Come join us at Abertay University (Bell Street, Dundee) for a mesmerizing film journey through Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey
Water cycles disrupted by climate change spark droughts, floods, biodiversity loss. Combining ancestral wisdom and modern science offers solutions. Explores visionary relationships with water, inspiring positive change.
Water Resilient Dundee (Scottish Water and Dundee City Council partnership) with Abertay University organising this event, including networking before the free film showing in the main lecture theatre at Abertay University.
17:30 - Networking, learn about water research and action in Dundee
18:00 - Film Showing (1h30) Main lecture theatre (2516)
19:30-20:00 - Panel Discussion
20:00 - End of event
Don't miss out on this unique cinematic experience that will inspire and educate all ages.
Book your free place now. See you there!
Pakhuis de Zwijger
Our Blue World shows how people and nature can flourish together through wisdom and innovation. From drinkable rivers in the Netherlands to ancient water practices in Peru, this documentary is a call to action. It explores the deep connections humans have shared with waterways since the dawn of time and reveals how thoughtful action can restore the planet’s water systems to health.
Before the screening, there will be a discussion featuring Li An Phoa (Drinkable Rivers), Henk Ovink (former UN Special Envoy for International Water Affairs for the Kingdom of the Netherlands) and Frodo van Oostveen (Director at World Waternet). A must-see for anyone who cares about our blue planet!
Tickets: free
More info: dezwij`ger.nl
Trinity College Dublin Film Screening & Panel with Mary Robinson
We are honoured to welcome Mary Robinson — former President of Ireland and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights — back to her alma mater, Trinity Business School, for a special conversation following the screening of Our Blue World.
A lifelong advocate for climate justice and human rights, Mary Robinson has highlighted the deep connections between water, equity and our shared future. Her perspective will frame a discussion on how water has shaped our world — socially, environmentally and economically — and why it must be central to the decisions we make next.
Admission is free, but registration is required. Reserve your seat on Eventbrite.
China Screening Tour
This November, the documentary Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey will be screened in a special series of events across four major cities in China, hosted by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Beijing and the Consulates General in Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. These screenings are more than just cinematic moments—they are invitations to reflect on the urgent challenges facing our planet’s water systems, and to celebrate the individuals working tirelessly to safeguard their future.
Our Blue World is a powerful exploration of water as the thread that connects cultures, ecosystems, and human wellbeing. From remote rural communities to densely populated cities, the film follows a series of personal and place-based stories that shine a light on the deep relationship between people and water—both past and present. At its core, the documentary is a call to action: to protect, to restore, and to reimagine how we live with water in the face of climate change.
One of the film’s most influential voices is the late Professor Kongjian Yu (俞孔坚教授), a visionary Chinese landscape architect best known for pioneering the Sponge Cities concept—a nature-based design approach that helps cities absorb, manage, and reuse water sustainably. Originally introduced in China, the concept has since been embraced globally, shaping urban resilience strategies from Asia to Europe. Professor Yu’s insights, values, and presence are felt deeply throughout the film. Tragically, he passed away in September 2025 during an ecological expedition in Brazil. This series of screenings also stands as a tribute to his life’s work and enduring legacy.
Joining him in the narrative is Dutch environmentalist Li An Phoa (潘理安), founder of the Drinkable Rivers movement. Her vision is simple, yet profound: rivers should once again be clean enough to drink. Through long river walks, citizen science, and community engagement, her work invites people to reconnect with their waterways and to restore their health. As a key protagonist in the film, her presence also reflects the longstanding collaboration between the Netherlands and China in the field of water innovation and environmental stewardship.
The screenings will take place throughout November 2025, beginning in Guangzhou on the 17th, followed by Shanghai on the 20th, Hong Kong on the 22nd, and concluding in Beijing on the evening of the 25th. Each event will feature the film with Chinese subtitles, and select venues may also host panel discussions or dialogues to further explore the themes presented on screen.
In bringing Our Blue World to audiences in China, this series invites reflection, dialogue, and shared inspiration. It is a chance to listen to voices that bridge science and storytelling, tradition and innovation—and to imagine together a future where water is protected for generations to come.
Dingle Distillery International Film Festival
Visit website: dinglefilmfest.com
Tickets on Eventbrite
Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey will explore humanity’s profound relationship with water and reveal how human agency can help rebalance the planet’s water systems. By taking a deep dive into the lives of dynamic and visionary people around the world, this beautiful, eye opening and moving film sets out to reveal our profound relationship with water and its role as the nourishing life force for all that lives on this planet.
Our Earth is in trouble, water is the vehicle through which the effects of Climate Change will be felt. Extreme droughts, floods, fires, loss of biodiversity, pollution and global warming are on the increase. Our Blue World will show that through a small shift in consciousness and practice we can bring enormous positive change and rebalance and regenerate life on earth.
Our ancestors lived in harmony with water. They knew that water always wins. Our Blue World will demonstrate how by relearning the wisdom of our ancestors and fusing it with modern science and technology we can transform this world for the better.
Refund/Cancellation Policy I Polaisí Aisíoca/Cealaithe: Tickets are non-refundable. Ticket price (excluding booking fee) will be refunded if the event is cancelled by the organiser. Tá ticéid neamh-inaisíoctha. Aisíocfar praghas an ticéid (lúide aon táille áirithinte) sa chás go bhfuil an t-imeacht curtha ar ceal.
Photography & Videography I Grianghrafadóireacht & Físeán:There will be videography and photography at each event. By attending an event, you consent to being in these images and videos. Please let one of our team/volunteers know and we will endeavour to acommodate you in case you'd prefer not to be in photos/videos.
Beidh ceamaradóir agus grianghrafadóir ag gach imeacht. Má tá tú ag imeacht, glacaimid é sin mar chead uait a bheith i bpictiúir agus i bhfíseanna. Déan teagmháil lenár bhfoireann ag an t-imeacht agus déanfaimid ár ndícheall cabhair a thabhairt más fearr leat gan a bheith i bpictiúir agus bhfíseanna.
Films for Future Festival
Films for Future is a collective of passionate film enthusiasts and activists who, since 2012, have been curating events across Switzerland that inspire dialogue and action on environmental and social justice issues. Through film, they aim to raise awareness, foster understanding, and spark meaningful conversations about the changes our world needs.
We’re proud that Our Blue World will be part of the 2025 Films for Future Festival, with a screening on 3 Novemberfollowed by a panel discussion exploring the themes of water, innovation, and sustainability.
Panelists:
Lukas Kilcher, Director of Agridea and Advisory Board Member of the Swiss Water Climate Program (SWCP)
Dorothee Spuhler, Water and Wastewater Specialist and Lecturer
Open University Utrecht
Film screening and panel hosted by Open University and Unie van Waterschappen (Union of Water Boards), at the Louis Hartlooper Complex.
Confirmed panelists: Li An Phoa, Ted Veldkamp, Katja Barendse, Lisanne Groen, Fatima Mafaziya, and Henkjan Laats
Tickets here
City of Springfield
Private screening hosted by the City of Springfield, MO - Environmental Services Department
Industrial Water Innovation Workshop
As part of the BlueTech Forum Unplugged series, BlueTech Research and VorTech Water Solutions are hosting a special screening of Our Blue World at Trinity College Dublin. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson, together with the film’s creators Dr Paul O’Callaghan and Ruán Magan, moderated by Aoife Kelleher.
More info on bluetechforum.com
Gent
In collaboration with University of Ghent, Green Office, Waterland and Gents Milieufront. With thanks to the the mayor of Ghent and Li An Phoa.
Fondazione Museo Civico Rovereto
Hosted by Fondazione Museo Civico Rovereto at Teatro Zandonai di Rovereto.
Osaka World Expo
In collaboration with Ireland House, Department of Foreign Affairs at Osaka World Expo, Ireland Pavilion
Wellcome Collection London
Part of the Wellcome Collection exhibition The Thirst Symposium.
Zürich Insurance Group
Private, corporate screening held at the headquarters of Zürich Insurance Group
