Beavers: Patagonia invaders
Originally released in 2015. Beavers: Patagonia invaders is a documentary/history film. directed by Pablo Chehebar.
Starring Christopher anderson, Pablo kunzle, and Marta Lizarralde
Synopsis
In 1940 twenty Canadian Beavers were brought to 'Tierra del Fuego' island in southern Patagonia for commercial fur production. However, beavers having no natural predators, quickly spread throughout the island, causing massive destruction of trees threatening the entire Patagonian forests rivers and species. Why wildlife conservationist are convinced that 150.000 beavers must be killed? Why some of the most recognized specialist are convinced that an eradication is not possible? Meanwhile truism is capitalizing on the situation: a man dressed as a beaver passes out flyers promoting a famous sky resort: 'Cerro Castor' - Beaver Hill. Hunters claim for subsidies, scientists are researching, rangers do what they can and restaurants tray to offer beaver meat to tourist.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 15, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
8.7/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Argentina
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Metiche Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beavers: Patagonia invaders about?
In 1940 twenty Canadian Beavers were brought to 'Tierra del Fuego' island in southern Patagonia for commercial fur production. However, beavers having no natural predators, quickly spread throughou...
Who directed Beavers: Patagonia invaders?
Beavers: Patagonia invaders was directed by Pablo Chehebar.
How long is Beavers: Patagonia invaders?
Beavers: Patagonia invaders has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Beavers: Patagonia invaders released?
Beavers: Patagonia invaders was released on July 15, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beavers: Patagonia invaders?
The main cast of Beavers: Patagonia invaders includes Christopher anderson, Pablo kunzle, Marta Lizarralde, Claudio Bertonatti, Mariela Borgnia.