Two MPI Original shorts, Pocket Change and Poisoned Skies, have been selected for the LIFE AFTER OIL International Film Festival in Sardinia, Italy. The festival brings together filmmakers from around the world whose work explores environmental issues, human rights, investigative journalism, civic engagement, and social change.

Both films will make their Italy premieres at the festival. Pocket Change will screen on June 18 as part of the World Panorama Short Film Block, while Poisoned Skies will screen on June 19 in the Environment Short Film Block. Learn more about attending the festival here.

Held annually in Sardinia, LIFE AFTER OIL showcases independent films that encourage audiences to engage with contemporary challenges and the individuals working to address them. Watch the Pocket Change trailer here and the Poisoned Skies trailer here.