March 2026 News & Updates
Michael is an award-winning filmmaker whose work spans more than three decades of documentary storytelling designed to inspire awareness and action. As Producer/Director of Prairie Prophecy: The Wes Jackson Documentary, Johnson brings his deep experience in purposeful media to illuminate the legacy of Wes Jackson and The Land Institute’s pioneering vision for perennial agriculture and a sustainable future.
Through his company, Perennial Films, Johnson has produced a wide range of acclaimed media projects that combine cinematic storytelling with educational and social impact. With Prairie Prophecy airing nationally on Public Television, Johnson continues his mission to create films that shift understanding, spark dialogue, and help audiences imagine new ways of living in balance with the planet.