THE CHIEFS is a powerful short documentary from the producers of Ocean with David Attenborough and Netflix’s Breaking Boundaries, created in collaboration with Capacity Foundation. The film follows Cacique Álvaro Tukano, a renowned Indigenous leader of the Brazilian Amazon, as he confronts accelerating deforestation and fights to protect his ancestral territory.

After watching, viewers can:
• Donate to strengthen Indigenous-led protection
• Host a screening to spark dialogue
• Share the film to amplify the story and inspire action

Through intimate storytelling, THE CHIEFS highlights the resilience and leadership of Indigenous guardians on the frontlines of the world’s most vital ecosystem. It’s a reminder that the Amazon is approaching a critical tipping point — and that Indigenous protection is one of our strongest climate solutions.

Features footage freely available on Open Planet / OpenPlanet.org

Special thanks to Cacique Álvaro Tukano.

Director
Jonathan Clay

Producer
Ana Taboada

Executive Producers
Lawrence Leuschner
Jonnie Hughes