Surviving Progress

"Surviving Progress" delves into the idea of societal advancement and how it may be spiraling humanity towards catastrophic collapse. Drawing inspiration from Ronald Wright's "A Short History Of Progress," this thought-provoking film explores the concept of 'progress traps.' These irresistible technologies and belief systems, while fulfilling immediate needs, ultimately compromise the future sustainability of societies. As global resources deplete at an alarming rate and financial elites continue to drain nations' coffers, can our interconnected civilization escape a final, devastating progress trap? The movie incorporates striking visuals alongside enlightening perspectives from renowned experts who have delved into our genetic makeup, cognitive abilities, and social behavior. "Surviving Progress" not only serves as an ode to conventional progress but also poses a challenge: is humanity's relentless pursuit of intelligence and innovation destined to become an evolutionary dead-end?