Climate Of Hope

Directors Statement

A Film by Chris Nolan

“In directing ‘Climate of Hope: Cities Saving The World,’ my goal is to shift the climate change conversation from despair to action. This film is an ode to the incredible initiatives cities and communities worldwide are undertaking to combat environmental challenges. I aim to highlight actionable solutions and the positive impact of collective effort, offering an uplifting narrative that empowers and inspires. This documentary is a call to recognize our potential for making meaningful change. By focusing on stories of innovation and resilience, ‘Climate of Hope’ seeks to motivate viewers to engage in sustainable practices and join the global movement for a healthier planet. It’s a celebration of human ingenuity and a reminder that together, we can forge a sustainable future.”

– MEET OUR –

Multiple Emmy award wining production
and distribution team:

Chris nolan

Director, Multiple Emmy Winner

Chris is a Multiple Emmy Winning director and screenwriter, and produced 90,000 Feet, a world-class, state-of-the-art production studio with clients such as Google and Disney. ​ Chris has written and directed documentaries such as “It’s VUCA, The Secret to Living in the 21st Century” and the recent film on AI, “Look Up Now” as well as feature-length movies, television, and hundred of hours of content and commercials. Chris has received countless industry awards and has been nominated for the Humanitas Prize, an award for film and television writing that promotes human dignity.

Mike Schindler

Executive Producer, Host

Mike is an Executive Producer, screenwriter, actor and writer for several national publications. He was the co-writer, Executive Producer and star of “It’s VUCA, The Secret to Living in the 21st Century”. He has a popular military podcast “the Military Wire”.

Laurie Nolan

Executive Producer, Writer

Laurie is an Executive Producer, screenwriter and the co-founder of 90,000 Feet. She has co-written and produced documentaries, movies, TV shows, long form content and hundreds of commercials. She was also nominated for the prestigious Humanitas Prize. Laurie’s production and marketing experience spans roles with both Fortune 500 brands and entertainment – launching successful campaigns for HBO, Showtime, Paramount, ABC, Warner Bros, and Disney.

DR. JOHN HANS GILDERBLOOM: URBAN PLANNING LEGEND

Dr. John Hans Gilderbloom’s insights and research underscore the importance of this documentary: Why cities aren’t just static structures; they are living, breathing souls with dreams, despairs, hopes, and aspirations. They are truly the Future of the Planet.
Gilderbloom is ranked as one of the world’s top urban thinkers and was advisor on Vice President Al Gore’s White House Sustainability Commission, Livable Communities initiative.

He received the American Sociological Association Lifetime Achievement Award in Urban and Community Studies and is a Director for Center for Sustainable Urban Neighborhoods
Washington D.C.

Gilderbloom is a legendary figure in urban affairs with significant contributions to cities worldwide in urban development, sustainability, housing, health, and transportation.

Beyond being a renowned urban planner, Gilderbloom is a visionary for seeking sustainable solutions amidst concrete chaos. A luminary whose expertise illuminates the crux of our urban dilemma and a modern-day steward of the future of cities.

Gilderbloom has written seven award winning books and the forthcoming book: Climate Chaos: Challenges and Champions, as well as countless articles, speeches and op-ed pieces appearing in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post, Chicago Sun-Times,
San Francisco Chronicle, USA Today Magazine, Los Angeles Times, Harvard Medical Review Primary Care and the top medical Journal, Lancet. His collective works are a manifesto for our urban future that will shape a better tomorrow.