Fungi: The Web of Life

This Australian documentary explores the hidden kingdom of fungi and the expansive underground networks that connect various forms of life on Earth. The film examines why these organisms are essential for the survival of all living things and highlights their potential to help solve human problems. As part of the narrative, a British biologist searches for a rare blue fungus within the Tarkine rainforest of Tasmania to demonstrate the extraordinary capabilities of these species.

The project was produced by Definition Films and Stranger Than Fiction Films. It was directed by Joseph Nizeti, Gisela Kaufmann, and Mike Slee. For Nizeti, this film followed his 2015 work, Wild Africa. The screenplay was written by Joseph Nizeti, Catherine Marciniak, and Paul Phelan, with Jennifer Peedom, Jo-anne McGowan, and Sarah Noonan serving as producers. The film features Merlin Sheldrake as the presenter, while the narration is provided by the voices of Björk and Essie Davis.

With a runtime of 45 minutes, the film has received a modest reception from a small number of viewers, holding a rating of 6.8/10 on TMDB based on 10 votes.