Waste Land
Filmed over nearly three years, Waste Land follows renowned artist Vik Muniz as he journeys to his native Brazil and the world's largest garbage dump, Jardim Gramacho, located on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. There he photographs an eclectic band of "catadores" — or pickers of recyclable materials. Muniz's collaboration with these inspiring characters as they recreate photographic images of themselves out of garbage reveals both dignity and despair.
Year:
2020Total CPB Investment This Year:
$3,750Made Possible by CPB's Investment:
Lucy Walker
Venice, CA
$3,750
Topics:
Family, Community, Identity & Social Studies