Mark Bould

Mark Bould, a Professor of Film and Literature at the University of the West of England, dives deep into the hidden relationship between pop culture and the climate crisis. He reveals how films and literature subtly weave in climate themes, from the shocking absurdities of Sharknado to the cultural implications found in sci-fi like Arrival and World War Z. Bould encourages us to rethink narratives and their role in shaping our understanding of environmental issues, highlighting the importance of storytelling in addressing societal anxieties surrounding climate change.