RUN RIVER RUN
A 4-Part Adventure & Environmental Film Series
Every river holds a memory, and every journey reveals more than we expect to find. Run River Run follows the Hunter River from its hidden source to the open sea — 470 km of movement, meaning, and the quiet pulse of something larger than us. It’s not just about where the water flows, but what it carries: stories of connection, loss, resilience, and return. This is Part 1 — Connection: the beginning of a river’s truth, and a reminder that what we do to the water, we do to ourselves. Parts 2, 3, and 4 are coming — as the river deepens, so does the story.
Thank You For Watching
Part One
If this story moved you — if it stirred something wild, hopeful, or familiar — you’re already part of the journey. Run River Run isn’t just a film; it’s a movement to reconnect with the water that shapes our land and our lives.
Alongside HEAL (Healthy Environments and Lives), we’ve been testing water samples throughout the Hunter River for microplastics and pollutants, uncovering the hidden stories that flow beneath the surface. Subscribers and supporters will receive access to upcoming scientific findings, journal publications, and behind-the-scenes updates, blending adventure, film, and science.
There’s more to come — more river, more story, more truth.
Fuel the Next Chapter — alongside HEAL & Starboard
Be part of Run River Run — a 470 km journey of adventure, story, and environmental connection. Sponsor the film and help us edit, explore, and launch the next chapters, while putting your brand at the heart of a movement that inspires, connects, and changes the world.
Your brand gets:
Shout-outs in the film and campaigns
Connection to 50,000+ engaged followers and our partner network
VIP access to the film launch and community events
Join incredible purpose-driven partners — like HEAL & Starboard — and make an impact!
Enquiries → evanjsutter@gmail.com
MORE ABOUT THE FILM
A bald man in his 40s cradles his infant and makes a simple choice. No glory. No fanfare. Just a river, a paddleboard, and a question: What if I follow it from the source?
Evan Sutter sets off down the Hunter River—a river once full of life, now fading into obscurity. He’s curious, concerned, and ready to see what lies ahead. What’s wild? What’s lost? What stories does the water carry?
This journey isn’t just about paddling 470 km. It’s about connection, resilience, and perspective. About seeing how nature, community, and our own lives intertwine. About asking the hard questions: can we protect the wild places that sustain us? Can experiences teach us more than things? Can a river remind us what truly matters?
Physically challenging. Emotionally stirring. Visually stunning. Run River Run is adventure, reflection, and storytelling rolled into one unforgettable journey.
Special thanks to Martin Fitzpatrick behind the camera, James Nightingale in the editing room, and Luke Solly & Dan Randall for their incredible crew support.
Keep the Story Flowing
Sign up now to get:
Early access to Parts 2–4 before anyone else
Never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage from the river journey
First look at HEAL’s microplastics and river health insights
Tickets to the full film launch — music, speakers, drinks, art, and conversation