Contemporary ballet and environmental activism do not often go hand in
hand. The Vertigo Eco-Arts Village, however, is a place where dance and ecology come
together. The Eco-Arts village is an extension of the Vertigo Dance Company, the
celebrated Jerusalem dance group founded by Noa Wertheim and her husband, Adi
Sha’al. 'Renewal' provides new perspectives on the Middle East by showcasing
Jerusalem’s distinctive dance culture. The documentary features captivating scenes of
the Vertigo company in performance and rehearsals, and in their ecological pursuits
including gray water recycling and permaculture. Investigating sustainable living, the
film provides tangible examples of accessible ecological practices – all while asking
larger questions about art, family, and nature. How do we continue to sustain
ourselves?