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  • The Human Side of Plastic: Babacar Thiaw (2025)
  • Short | 15 min | Documentary, Short
The Human Side of Plastic: Babacar Thiaw (2025)
Short | 15 min | Documentary, Short
Babacar Thiaw, a visionary Senegalese surfer, entrepreneur, and environmental activist, is on a mission to tackle his country's escalating plastic pollution crisis and preserve its coastline for future generations. Deeply connected to the ...See moreBabacar Thiaw, a visionary Senegalese surfer, entrepreneur, and environmental activist, is on a mission to tackle his country's escalating plastic pollution crisis and preserve its coastline for future generations. Deeply connected to the ocean through his family's history and inspired by his father's teachings, Babacar channels this passion into innovative, community-driven solutions. He founded Senegal's first zero-waste restaurant, setting a groundbreaking example of sustainability that has since inspired a growing movement across the country. This film follows Babacar's journey as he champions the power of local action to combat global environmental challenges. Through his story, we witness how one person's commitment can ignite widespread change, offering a hopeful message for a world in need of solutions. Babacar's legacy is a call to action, reminding us all that safeguarding the future begins with the choices we make today. See less
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Producers
Elaine Nankervis (producer) | Chloé Ortolé (producer) | Charlie Rollins (producer)
Composer
Cyrus Reynolds
Editor
Thom Humphreys
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Feb 16, 2025 (United States)

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