A look back at the screenings of the documentary “Plastique : le suicide collectif?” during the Fêtes de la Science festival
As part of the Fêtes de la Science, the Race for Water Foundation organized a series of screenings of its hard-hitting documentary “Plastique : le suicide collectif? A real wake-up call, this film explores the issues, responsibilities and solutions to one of the greatest environmental, social and economic catastrophes of our time: plastic pollution.
On October 6, 2024, three screening sessions took place, first at the Lycée Jean Macé in Lanester, then twice at the Lycée Colbert in Lorient, reaching over 500 students in their first and second years of secondary school. The aim? To raise awareness among the younger generation of the devastating impact of plastic on our oceans and our health, while highlighting concrete actions for a sustainable future.
The speakers
The screenings were followed by rich and instructive exchanges led by two committed experts:
Camille Rollin, head of environmental strategy at the Race for Water Foundation, presented the foundation’s initiatives to combat plastic pollution, and shared her unique experience during expeditions to the oceans, at the very heart of this environmental scourge.
Anne-Leila Meistertzheim, PhD in marine biology and co-founder of Plastic@Sea, provided a valuable scientific perspective, highlighting the devastating effects of microplastics on marine ecosystems and the invisible but very real risks to our health.
Through a historical and scientific journey, the documentary sheds light on the alarming reality of global plastic production and consumption. It questions the real dangers we face: ocean contamination, the toxicity of by-products and the limits of recycling.
“Are we walking towards a precipice, or will we be able to innovate for a future without plastic pollution?” – is the question raised in this film. Through expert testimony and pioneering initiatives, the documentary offers a glimmer of hope by showing that solutions do exist. But they require the commitment of everyone, from governments to businesses to citizens.
Feedback from the students was very positive, reflecting their collective awareness. They showed great interest in the solutions presented, particularly the innovations in recycling and reducing plastics at source. These constructive exchanges, driven by the energy of the speakers, ended the day on a note of hope and mobilization for the preservation of our oceans.
Together, we must rise to this challenge to avoid a foretold “collective suicide”, and the Race for Water Foundation will continue to play a key role in this fight for a sustainable future, free from pollution.”