The Battle of Denham Ford

This documentary, produced by Fifth Column Films, focuses on a single day of activism against the HS2 project. It documents the efforts of environmental campaigners trying to prevent the removal of a tree that threatens their protest camp. As tensions rise, the film showcases the involvement of private security, police, and emergency services in the struggle over the tree.

The Battle of Denham Ford raises significant questions about the dynamics between private citizens, corporations, and state authority. It provides a ground-level view of the confrontation, capturing the intensity of the moment and the motivations of those involved. This film is relevant for collectors interested in environmental issues and contemporary activism, as well as those who appreciate documentary storytelling that addresses pressing societal concerns.