Humboldt USA explores Alexander von Humboldt's legacy and interconnectedness across the United States

A new documentary, "Humboldt USA," explores naturalist Alexander von Humboldt's concept of interconnectedness. The film premieres at the Visions du Réel festival. The documentary visits U.S. locations named after Humboldt, examining how his ideas apply to modern environmentalism and technology. It questions our relationship with nature in the digital age. Filmmaker G. Anthony Svatek draws parallels between his life and Humboldt's, critiquing infrastructure and technology's impact on our perception of space.