Jim Becket

Jim Becket

Personal Details

Biography

Jim's career has been marked by a remarkable diversity of experiences, which have collectively equipped him with a broad range of skills that have uniquely positioned him for a career in filmmaking. Prior to embarking on his journey in the film industry, Jim had previously honed his expertise in various fields, including developmental economics, human rights law, journalism, and authorship.

Jim, in his capacity as Director of Public Information for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, spearheaded the production of a multitude of films that garnered widespread attention and heightened global awareness regarding pressing international refugee issues and crises unfolding across the world.

Jim has collaborated as a co-producer on a string of documentary films that delve into the most pressing environmental issues of our time, with a particular emphasis on topics that are not only crucial to the health of our planet, but also inherently fascinating and thought-provoking.

One of these documentaries is "The Green Patriarch", a film that explores the vital importance of environmental stewardship and the role that individuals can play in protecting the natural world.

Another notable example is "The Amazon: The End of Infinity", which shines a spotlight on the majestic Amazon rainforest and the numerous threats that it faces, including deforestation, pollution, and climate change.

Jim has also co-produced "The Arctic: The Consequences of Human Folly", a documentary that examines the devastating impact that human activity is having on the fragile Arctic ecosystem and the urgent need for action to mitigate its effects.

Lastly, there is "El Misterio del Capital de los Indigenas Amazonicos", a film that delves into the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon region, while also highlighting the challenges that they face in the modern world.

Jim's most recent cinematic endeavour, the highly acclaimed and award-winning film "Sons of Africa", has been met with widespread critical acclaim and recognition, having received a plethora of prestigious accolades, including multiple Best Film awards at various film festivals, two esteemed Humanitas Awards, and a distinguished George Foster Peabody Award.

Career

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2021
The Seeds of Vandana Shiva
The Seeds of Vandana Shiva as Director, Screenplay