This Is CDR: Legion 44 - Bringing CDR to the Big Screen with Leila Conners

Join us for a conversation with award-winning producer-director Leila Conners about her latest feature documentary Legion 44, which chronicles dozens of visionary innovators worldwide advancing groundbreaking carbon removal technologies. From the vulnerable islands of Tuvalu to the Hajar mountains in Oman, the film showcases human ingenuity and collaboration in the face of our unfolding climate emergency.

​Leila will share the story and goal of Legion 44's conception and production, and information on how you can help spread the word and bring the film to your local cinema.

​About our Guest

​Leila Conners, founder of Tree Media Group, is a filmmaker and storyteller dedicated to creating media that supports civil society by addressing pressing global issues. With over 25 years of collaboration with scientists, institutions, and governments, Leila has directed acclaimed films such as The 11th Hour, Ice on Fire, and Legion 44, focusing on the environment, innovation, and sustainable solutions. Her work spans topics like the carbon cycle, urban farming (Urban Roots), and community rights (We the People 2.0). Leila's projects, including collaborations with NASA, JPL, and Harvard, reflect her commitment to fostering locally inspired action and global change.