The day before I flew out to Africa, I was up in Paris receiving our award for Best Documentary for The Laps Tasmania at the Paris Art and Movie Awards.

As the universe would have it, it was also the day of the global student climate strikes, and a day when Greta made some of her most powerful statements to date.

I dedicated this award to Greta and all the students out there doing what so many adults are not brave enough to do: push our leaders to take immediate action on climate change.

I believe the reason The Laps is getting so much attention and acclaim this year is that the film is a reminder to all of us that in order to rewild the planet, we need to rewild ourselves. Living simply, in tune with nature and in harmony with all life on Earth is fun and fulfilling, and most importantly, necessary.

The good news is it looks like people out there want to see more Laps. We're working on broadcast deals and funding to make you all a global series.

We don't need a lot to be happy, and as the characters in the film show clearly, helping others and nature are the most fulfilling actions of all.