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Butterfly

Butterfly

Mar 30, 2001 · 1h 20m

Rated 7.5 out of 10

Director

Doug Wolens

Overview

Living in an ancient redwood tree for more than two years to prevent the tree from being clear-cut, Julia Butterfly Hill captured our hearts and minds by showing us that one person can make a difference. Through interviews with Hill, filmmaker Doug Wolens paints a portrait of an intensely spiritual and articulate woman who encountered both beauty and horror (she was assaulted by lumber company helicopters at one point) during her time above ground.

Cast of Butterfly

About Butterfly

What is Butterfly about?

Living in an ancient redwood tree for more than two years to prevent the tree from being clear-cut, Julia Butterfly Hill captured our hearts and minds by showing us that one person can make a difference. Through interviews with Hill, filmmaker Doug Wolens paints a portrait of an intensely spiritual and articulate woman who encountered both beauty and horror (she was assaulted by lumber company…

When was Butterfly released?

Butterfly was released on March 30, 2001.

How long is Butterfly?

Butterfly runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

Who directed Butterfly?

Butterfly was directed by Doug Wolens.

Who is in the cast of Butterfly?

The cast of Butterfly includes Christine Casarsa (Lisa) and Julia Butterfly Hill (Self).

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