Why Axel Milberg Feared for His Life During the Shoot of the Environmental Thriller - Missing scientist exposes dark side of CO₂ certificate schemes in Rio Pardo
Environmental scientist Jan has gone missing while evaluating a controversial reforestation project in Rio Pardo. The project, which aims to combat climate change, has sparked outrage among local indigenous communities facing eviction. Meanwhile, actor Axel Milberg returns to ARD in the environmental thriller 'Vanished', which explores these very issues.
Jan, an environmental scientist, vanished while assessing a reforestation project in Rio Pardo. The project, intended to generate CO₂ certificates for sale, has faced criticism for displacing indigenous communities. Jan refused to certify the project, highlighting its negative impact on the locals.
The film 'Vanished', directed by Daniel Harrich, delves into this issue. It follows Klemens Stadler, played by Axel Milberg, an engineer searching for his missing son Jan. The film also addresses the trade in CO₂ certificates and 'green' financial products, revealing manipulations in the system. During production, the crew faced threats and had to flee due to local misunderstandings. Accompanying the film is a 30-minute documentary, 'Vanished: The Doc', which details real-world investigations into these issues. Harrich, known for his investigative journalism on global crises, directs the film.
Jan's disappearance while assessing the Rio Pardo reforestation project has brought attention to the displacement of indigenous communities in the name of climate change mitigation. The upcoming film 'Vanished', directed by Daniel Harrich and starring Axel Milberg, promises to shed light on these complex issues, including the trade in CO₂ certificates and the impact of 'green' financial products.
