I am big into ocean related documentaries, especially those that focus on environmental ecology and ocean animals. There are some pretty amazing ones out there that I really feel mers should be watching. I'm going to give you my list and welcome you to add to it. please add any relevant info you can.
Mission Blue
Where to watch: Netflix
In Theaters
Aug 15 ~ 22
New York, NY
Village East
189 2nd Ave, New York, NY
Aug 15 ~ 22
Los Angeles, CA
Laemmle Music Hall,
9036 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA
Watch the amazing story of Sylvia Earle a female ocean scientist who paved the way not only for women, but for ocean sciences. This one woman made huge strides in ocean science and progressed women in the field of science. But what's haunting about this film is seeing what the oceans were like from sylvia's view (through home movies) back in the 50s and 60s and what they are like now. it's staggering. I cried through this movie. Very inspiring and she gives you ways to make a difference through her various charities that have made marked differences around the world. She should be every mermaid's hero in my opinion
Addicted to plastic
Watch it at the youtube link above in totality, or on Netflix.
This documentary is a few years older but blew my mind. I jotted down so many notes. We all know plastic pollution is a problem but did you know almost every piece of plastic that ever existed still exists today? Did you know in parts of the ocean there is more micro plastic pieces than plankton?! This documentary shows you the history of plastic, the effect on our oceans and the world, the ground breaking things happening to deal with it, and what you can do. It's mind blowing. The facts alone are worth the watch.
Sharkwater
Where to watch: Itunes and here http://www.filmsforaction.org/watch/sharkwater_2006/
People may not know the history of this film but Im an avid follower of the canadian film maker. This film was the #1 documentary in the world for a time, and was the first underwater move filmed in full HD. It tracks shark finning and culling around the world. It's graphic but also inspiring when you see what people are doing to change. You also see how hard it is for the film maker to try and make a difference and make a life out of being an activist.
Revolution
Where to watch: itunes or here http://ffilms.org/revolution-2012/
The follow up to Sharkwater. This film starts with Rob being asked why stop fishing if we're just going to have an empty ocean anyway. If we've already gone past the point of no return. Rob tried to answer that question. This film shows the impact sharkwater made, talks about ocean acidification, shows the balance between oceans and the forest, and much more. Great follow up.
Blackfish
Where to watch: Netflix, frequently airs on CNN, itunes right here: http://putlocker.is/watch-blackfish-...er-205971.html
The controversial documentary about what happens to whales in captivity. Specifically focuses on killerwhales in sea world. Disturbing footage.
The Cove
Where to watch: Itunes full youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBoNi_fLFlg
This film documents a former dolphin trainer's activism against dolphin slaughter and dolphin captivity. Very graphic. Hannah Fraser makes an appearance. Shows the link between what happens in a small cove in Japan and how it affects the rest of the world.
Any documentaries you can watch by David Suzuki about the ocean are amazing as well and chalk-full of great information and things that will empower and enable you to make change.
These are my top. Any to add? I really hope you'll please go watch some I'd love to discuss ones especially the ones other than the cove and blackfish as we discuss them frequently. Hop on netflix and watch addicted to plastic or mission blue!
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Originally Posted by Mermaid Galene
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