Tethys, the epic of a return to our roots
The documentary film
Inspire through the teachings and emotions of Tethys
112
What if an incredible journey through the Alps could mirror the climate challenge?
This is the metaphor of a daring adventure by a young climatologist from Ljubljana to Nice, from the great peri-alpine lakes to their sources.
A 112-day journey covering nearly 3550 km, hiking and swimming, in semi-autonomy, punctuated by over 100 water measurements and samplings, aimed at addressing the disruptions of mountain water cycles due to climate change and the impact of human activities. But beyond this physical and scientific quest, Tethys embodies the poetic and radical commitment of this young climatologist. Immersed in the researcher's intimacy, we explore his deepest emotions and reflections, fueled by the power of endurance that defies the impossible. A vibrant initiatory journey of resilience and hope.
112,
No emergency number to call.
Only mountains to climb, waters to cross,
Step by stroke, turning urgency into an odyssey.
An artistic and participatory approach
The documentary film aspires to be a tool deeply rooted in reality, capable of shaping our collective imagination and mobilizing action toward a profound transformation of our society. It offers both an informed and sensitive perspective on the climate challenge and its consequences in mountain environments, where the chronology of the adventure resonates with scientific insights and testimonies from climate science researchers.
The film stands out through an innovative approach, skillfully blending an epic journey across the Alps with dance sequences that bring the intangible to life. These sequences give physical form to the emotions experienced throughout the journey and embody the words of the researchers themselves, lending the project a singular artistic dimension. By weaving poetry, dance, and music into the adventure, the film infuses the narrative with a powerful emotional intensity.
In this way, the documentary conveys with intensity the climate challenge and the disruption of the mountain water cycle, drawing on the energy of the human body to express the magnitude of these issues.
The documentary film team
Alex Chambet
DIRECTOR - CAMERA OPERATOR - EDITOR
Director, camera operator and editor, what Alex is passionate about is not just capturing sports performances but telling their story with the utmost authenticity and the many unique elements that captivate the viewer. It was in this context that he founded Glace Noire Films in 2024. A lover of mountains and visual storytelling, he trains tirelessly like any athlete. When he is not behind a screen, he is usually in the mountains, often accompanied by his drones.
Cloé Denis
CAMERA OPERATOR
An adventurer at heart, Cloé enjoys traveling on foot and by bike. She inspires those around her by living a simple and joyful life close to nature. In 2024, she founded MerSea Production with the goal of offering environmentally and socially responsible content, both in production resources and creative choices.
Léa Durand
CHOREOGRAPHER - DANCER
In her role as an agronomist engineer, Léa is fortunate to manifest her commitment through art and dance, where she explores the facet of collective involvement. As a choreographer for the past decade, her various projects contribute to crafting new narratives for a desirable future.
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"I gently stroke the wheat along the path, feeling my hand brush against the drops of water beading on the foliage. My gaze then climbs the slopes almost touching the sky; my eyes narrow as the glaciers illuminate them, water is everywhere. But for how long? Water has shaped the valley through which I run, the shores of this lake, the sides of these mountains, and down to the depths of our valleys. Making the connection, yes, joining water to mountains is not a whim; it is the natural course of things. The Tethys project aims to return to the source, to what keeps us alive."
Paul Bonhomme,
Committed mountain guide,
One of the project's sponsors