"Without Water" is a film that documents the ongoing dispute between the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power and various stakeholders in Long Valley, California. Filmed by acclaimed director Jonathan Hyla and narrated by actor David Chokachi, "Without Water" dives into LAWDP’s plan to reduce or eliminate irrigation allotments on leased lands in the Eastern Sierra's Long and Little Round Valleys. Now under pressure from climate change and the ever-growing needs of Los Angeles county, ranchers, community members, and even the land itself, are coming together to face an uncertain future.
Credits:
Director: Jonathan Hyla
Cinematography: Jessica Steiner
Executive Producer: Lauren Bon, Metabolic Studio
Producers: Jonathan Hyla
Matt McClain
Wendy Schneider
Narration: David Chokachi