“An average guy makes a resolution to stop using plastic bags at the grocery store. Little does he know that this simple decision will change his life completely. He comes to the conclusion that our consumptive use of plastic has finally caught up to us, and looks at what we can do about it. Today. Right now.”
The US made documentary “Bag It” takes a looks at Jeb Berrier, an “everyman” who decides to take on the single use plastic bags in his town and changes his life on learning he is soon to be a father.
I really liked this simple documentary – the main character Jeb is likable and very relatable even though at times he comes across a little dim. But this is a good thing – there is so much we all need to learn about plastic and single use products that having it all explained makes perfect sense.
The film covers 5 main themes: bag politics, single use disposables, waste & recycling, ocean health/marine debris and human health.
A lawmaker, an environmental scientist, recycling gurus, and a grocery store representative all weigh in on the plastic bag debate. The short film begins with the ecological implications in the production of a bag. It also investigates why plastic bags are no longer accepted in curbside recycling. Peek down 3 avenues a plastic bag might take after it is used: being taken to a landfill, burned at a waste-to-energy plant, or litter.
This film is well worth the time to watch and to see and hear the realities of the plastic we use. I believe there is always a new audience who will appreciate this knowledge, and we all need to be reminded of why we are using less plastic (think of the oceans, marine animals, corals etc).
LUCKILY it is being shown in Australia at the up and coming Melbourne Sustainable Festival:
Friday, 18 February
6:00pm
Sustainable Living Festival, Melbourne, AUSTRALIA
When: Fri, 18 February, 6pm – 8pm
Where: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (map)
Federation Square Swanston Street Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Contact: luke@slf.org.au
“Think about it, why would you make something that you’re going to use for a few minutes out of a material that’s basically going to last forever, and you’re just going to throw it away. What’s up with that?” – Jeb Berrier
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Nice to see the movie brought some weight from the screening at the movie at the Melbourne Sustainable festival. What we particularly like as individuals is the movement from some of the more southern councils in Australia to actually ban Plastic Bags. I think Calico Bags make a suitable alternative but there are many more to choose from…
Hi Kyle,
I agree – I love calico bags and the wide range of reusable bags that are available. I am always a little bit shocked when I see young people with their groceries in plastic bags – they are usually the ones to be the first on new trends and be more conscious of their actions.
Thanks for letting us know about your site too!