Screening Information

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 PM
Runtime: 16 minutes
Location: Beth Hebrew Synagogue
333 E. Portland St., Phoenix, AZ 85004

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Film Description

Joshua Trees: Will They Survive? explores the uncertain future of one of the desert’s most iconic species. Joshua trees, ancient and slow-growing, are increasingly threatened by climate change, wildfires, and the loss of their desert habitat.

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Once widespread across the Mojave Desert, these remarkable plants are now declining faster than they can adapt to rapidly changing environmental conditions. The film highlights the urgent challenges facing Joshua trees and raises questions about whether this unique species can survive into the next century.

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Director:

Casey Kiernan is a filmmaker based in Joshua Tree, California. His project Joshua Tree on Film focuses on documenting the landscapes and community of the Joshua Tree region. Kiernan also manages the popular Instagram account Visit_JoshuaTree, which has more than 50,000 followers. His time-lapse films have been recognized at numerous film festivals, including winning Best-in-Show at the Gila Timelapse Film Festival.