Here we will publish clips and pictures along our journey towards the completed
documentary. We will visit 10 countries to see inspiring projects and to meet interesting
scientists and people. The premiere of the film will be in September 2024
The first stage of renovation of the little river.
In the documentary "The Balance" we will follow the work of the entire stretch of the river, from the flowing source to the outlet in the Baltic Sea.
Part of the interview with Landscape Architect Duarte d´Araújo Mata Arquitecto Paisagista, talking about changes to make Lisbon greener and more sustainable.
Part of the interview with Professor Francisco Castro Rego, talking about the study of urban trees in Lisbon.
Creative Team
Johan Heurgren
Director, Film Photographer, Producer, Scriptwriter
Johan has 30 years of experience in film production, mainly producing films about forestry/farming/nature, all films with an environmental message. The production has been successful and he has received four gold, nine silver, and seven bronze at international film festivals around the world.
Torbjörn Allard
Film Photographer, Animation, Musician
Torbjörn and Johan worked on numerous films together.
Aurelien Chaillou
Skilled Drone Pilot, Editor
Speak French, English and some Spanish
Ana Sofia Batista
Production Assistant, Psychologist
Mats Hannerz
Doctor of Forest Science, Journalist, Scriptwriter
Mats Hannerz is an expert in nature, forest, and environmental issues and he´s been working with Johan on many recent film projects.
António Malheiro
Film Photographer
António also runs a TV production company in Lisbon.
Mats Omne
Producer, Director, Editor
Mats have been working with Johan in numerous productions, all over the world.
Elias Rahman
Digital Communication, Web Creator
Fluently in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
