The American Southwest is a feature length blue chip natural history film narrated by indigenous environmentalist Quannah Chasinghorse. The movie journeys down the mighty Colorado River, examining the astonishing beauty and biodiversity of the region, while confronting the environmental impacts of colonization, river depletion, species loss, and the perilous fate of the river. The story is told through never-before-seen wildlife sequences such as beavers building wetlands, condors recovering from the brink, and the potential return of Jaguars to American soil. The film beautifully advocates for better management of the river and increased wildlife conservation efforts in the iconic Southwest.

Director's Statement

The American Southwest is a love letter to a region that we deeply love... and it's much more than a film. We have an impact campaign with several conservation organizations to create long-lasting benefits for the Colorado River and wildlife in the American Southwest. First and foremost, the "Law of the River" is being renegotiated in 2026, and this film is boldly advocating for environmental flows, deconstructing harmful dams, and giving the Colorado the right to flow to the sea. Thank you for selecting The American Southwest.

Category: Feature Doc.
Themes: Conservation, Environment, Animals.

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