Throughout the 20-minute film, which is in relation to the 2019/2020 Australian bushfire season, we hear from James & Annabelle Tilbrook – the proud owners of the Tilbrook Estate – a vineyard and winery that was completely ravaged by the blaze. With the community behind them, including Emma Wilkinson, they were able to reconstruct with a renewed focus on zero net carbon and sustainability. Samuel Hakendorf, from the Burnside Country Fire Service, shares his heroic efforts to limit the spread of destruction. Losing 40-years of handwritten journals, amongst her life-long work and possessions, the poet and visual artist Belinda Broughton shares her heartbreak. A commonality they all share is their environmental sentiment in the region and the wildlife it supports.

Lewis and Frances Whittenbury have crafted a stellar documentary about a rural community rising from the ashes of tragedy. The featured subjects convey admirable resilience that is certain to provide a heartwarming response. Visually, the film is captured with outstanding cinematography throughout. Sound, post-production and music are wrapped up with the high technical standard. An endearing watch. Highly recommended.