Storyline
Photographer and visual artist Sammy Baloji’s fascinating film essay explores the Democratic Republic of Congo’s colonial history and its ecological significance. Drawing on research from the 1930s, the film highlights the Congo Basin’s vital role in consuming carbon dioxide and shaping global environmental balance over a century.
Cast & Crew
Edson Anibal
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LeadDP
Diederik Peeters
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What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Sammy Baloji's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Tree of Authenticity is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
