Billie Eilish stars alongside Yungblud in climate change documentary ‘Overheated’
The new film, from the Sage Foundation, is described as “a breathtaking commentary on the Climate Anxiety currently spreading across the world – and the unwavering determination of today’s leading activists who are intent on using their influence to turn angst into action.”
From today, the documentary appears on WeTransfer’s WePresent platform for 72 hours and will then be available online. It will also screen at this month’s Glastonbury Festival, where Eilish will headline. Alongside Eilish and Yungblud, the Yassa Khan-directed film features Girl In Red, Finneas, Emily Eavis, Vivienne Westwood and more.
Naza Alakija, the film’s Executive Producer and Sage’s Foundation founder, said: “This documentary rallies some of the world’s most prominent figures in Music, Fashion and Climate Activism, but more importantly it amplifies the voices from the frontlines of climate change, who too often go unheard. Indigenous people protect and nurture over 80% of the world’s biodiversity, and yet they only make up 5% of the world’s population. They understand, know, and protect nature better than anyone else.
The six-day Overheated event will take place on June 10-12, 16 and 25-26 to coincide with the UK and Ireland leg of the singer’s Happier Than Ever world tour. Overheated will bring together climate activists, musicians and designers at venues across The O2 to “discuss the climate crisis and the work they are doing to make a difference”
Eilish and her brother and collaborator Finneas are set to give introductions during the event on June 10, while a special keynote speaker is also set to be confirmed. Sigrid will perform live during Overheated‘s ‘Music Climate Session’ on June 16.
