Our Planet, The People, My Blood
- Invisible Enemy
- Feb 13
- 3 min read
After 3 years, 150,000 km across 5 countries, over 50 interviews and being hunted down by dingos (actually happened…), we are proud to announce that the documentary 'Our Planet, The People, My Blood' is being screened in cinemas across the UK.
This deeply moving film provides a powerful and emotional reminder about the sacrifices made by the affected communities and the long-lasting impact that it has had on them and their families.
The documentary is an incredible piece of work by Daniel Everitt-Lock and the team. A lot of hard work has gone into the documentary, and we hope people will support it by attending the screenings.
The documentary follows our founder, Alan Owen, in the fight for truth and justice. Discussing the impacts of testing in Australia, the Marshall Islands and America. The documentary shows the impact; it shows that the communities are still being affected today and will suffer for generations to come.
The documentary covers all aspects of nuclear testing, from uranium mining, the testing program, the indigenous people and the downwinders. It shows that the affected communities' sacred lands have been polluted for thousands of years, their traditional lands used and abused.
It is a deeply personal story, a David and Goliath story, where ordinary individuals are taking on the establishments of their countries, taking on governments that have concealed the truth and fought the communities over decades of denial.
You can watch the trailer here:
At a recent private screening, the guests were very supportive:
Sir John Hayes CBE - MP for South Holland and The Deepings
"This outstanding film chronicles a decades-long campaign for the
recognition of those who witnessed the first nuclear tests.
Recognition must go beyond a medal; it must include acceptance
of the effects of radiation on them and their descendants.
The work addressed in this film will, in the end, deliver what these
people deserve: justice"
Dr Jonathon Hogg - Senior Lecturer, University of Liverpool
"The film was a triumph. The global story of nuclear injustice
was communicated brilliantly, and it's rare for the links to be made between uranium mining, bomb testing and secret sites like Hanford.
You shine a light on the nuclear industrial complex, bringing into
the focus just how widespread the irresponsible practices at the
heart of the Cold War were, and of course the stupendous amounts of
money that were spent. Like Bo Jacobs says, we should really be calling
'the cold war' a limited nuclear war."
Details of the screenings can be found on the official website of the Documentary. These events are ticket-only events and places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Everyone in the world should watch this documentary; it should be shown to every MP, scientist, and student. It tells the truth; it tells the story of the testing program. If you can, please support it, tell everyone about it, tell your local MP, your Councillors and your local Armed Forces Communities to watch it. Share it in your local Facebook groups. It is definitely worth watching.
Footnote by Alan Owen
The journey with Daniel and the team has been a fantastic experience for my family and me. When Daniel approached me with the idea, I loved it. I knew that it would be a hard documentary to make; the story of nuclear testing could take up thousands of hours of film. What Daniel has achieved is beyond what I imagined. The team has managed to capture the essence of nuclear testing, the ongoing effects, and brings together communities thousands of miles apart into one story.
Everyone who has seen it has been blown away by the delivery of a very sensitive subject. It contains distressing content, but the team manages to deliver it with sensitivity and respect for the affected communities.
I will be attending many of the screenings, including the world premiere in London on March 12th at the Prince Charles Cinema in Leicester Square. I hope to see you there or at the other screenings.
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