Incandescence — Free Screening and Talk

Date(s): April 19th, 2025

Showtime: 2PM

Wildfires are burning with increasing intensity around the world. Following the rhythms of the seasons, Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper’s Incandescence is an immersive cinematic experience, weaving on-the-ground footage with extraordinary stories of survival and adaptation that transform our understanding of wildfire. The film takes shape from the ancient patterns embodied in fire: destruction, aftermath and rebirth. From the flight path of bees to an osprey’s aerial perspective, floating over the landscape: the Earth comes back.

This event will begin with an introduction from shishalh Nation Chief and Council, and will feature a keynote presentation from Sunshine Coast FireSmart leader David McIlwraith, followed by the screening of Incandescence and a Q&A with Sunshine Coast-based filmmakers Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper.