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@article{175210,
        author = {Mitravinda V M Javvadi},
        title = {Documenting Destruction and Hope: David Attenborough’s Vision for a Sustainable Future : A Reflection},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {2260-2265},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=175210},
        abstract = {David Attenborough’s A Life on Our Planet serves as a compelling narrative about the escalating environmental crises facing the Earth. The documentary presents a poignant reflection on Attenborough’s decades-long career in natural history broadcasting and chronicles the profound changes observed in the planet’s ecosystems over time. Central to the film is the concept of the "sixth mass extinction," underscoring humanity’s role in driving unprecedented biodiversity loss and exacerbating climate change. This paper delves into the documentary’s key themes, examining its portrayal of environmental degradation and the ethical challenges it raises. Through an analysis of its educational and emotional impact, this research highlights the documentary’s potential to inspire urgent global action for conservation and environmental sustainability. By merging personal reflections with an exploration of the film’s broader implications, the study underscores the critical need for collective responsibility in preserving the Earth’s future.},
        keywords = {Biodiversity Loss, Climate Change, Conservation, David Attenborough, Documentary Filmmaking, Sixth Mass Extinction},
        month = {April},
        }