The American Southwest
“A River Ran Through It”
9.0
2025
1h 47m
Documentary
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 destruction from dams 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 landscapes of The American Southwest.
Key Crew
Director
Ben Masters
Producers
Katy Baldock
Len Necefer
Ryan Olinger
Writers
Ben Masters
Cinematography
Austin Alvarado
Cast (1)
Quannah Chasinghorse
Narrator (voice)
