"Learning about science can be even more exciting, as it teaches us how things work and how much our lives have benefited. So if the daily grind of the big city is getting you down, and you want a pick-me-up then why not indulge your enquiring mind and learn more about the wonders of science? Myanmar’s Eighth National Science Film Festival is the place to do that, and it is taking place right here in Yangon. It is a celebration of scientific discoveries, and how they add to our understanding of the natural world. The festival has been a success throughout Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America, and here will also promote science literacy and awareness of current environmental and technological issues. The theme of the festival this year is “Humboldt & the Web of Life”, in honour of Alexander von Humboldt, a notable Prussian geographer, explorer and naturalist. He revolutionised the conception of nature by dealing it as an interconnected living web – and in doing so, inspired countless scientists, environmentalists, writers and artists alike. The Science Film Festival 2019 aims to highlight the relevance of this view in the 21st century in regard to environmentalism, climate change and sustainability..."