Nominee Science & Media Awards 25 German

Spillover - Planet der Viren

Spillover - Planet of Viruses

Michael WECH

Films + Filmtalks

Germany

202590 mn
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Ebola, Marburg, Nipah, COVID-19, and now avian flu – the list of deadly viruses jumping from animals to humans keeps on growing. Despite the long coexistence of these pathogens and humans, why are these spillover events becoming alarmingly frequent? What role do our actions play in triggering these outbreaks? The gripping documentary SPILLOVER embarks on a global journey to uncover the answers, offering an urgent and eye-opening look at the origins of some of the world's deadliest viruses.

Directed by award-winning Director Michael Wech and produced by Emmy Award-winner Leopold Hoesch, SPILLOVER delivers a gripping and highly entertaining exploration of viruses and their deadly potential to spill over from animals to humans. Through vivid storytelling and a deep dive into history, the film unveils the mechanisms behind new virus outbreaks and their capacity to spark future pandemics.

Film Discussion with:
Michael Wech, Filmmaker