THE COVE

Director – Louie Psihoyos – 2009

Academy Award Winner for Best Documentary of 2009, THE COVE follows an elite team of activists, filmmakers and freedivers as they embark on a covert mission to penetrate a remote and hidden cove in Taiji, Japan, shining a light on a dark and deadly secret. Led by Ric O ‘Barry who in the 1960’s captured and trained the 5 dolphins who played the title character in the international television sensation Flipper. Ric is joined by film-maker Louis Psihoyos and the Ocean Preservation Society as they uncover the truth of whats really going on in the cove. Utilizing state-of-the-art techniques, including hidden microphones and cameras in fake rocks, the team uncovers how this small seaside village serves as a horrifying microcosm of massive ecological crimes happening worldwide. The result is a provocative mix of investigative journalism, eco-adventure and arresting imagery, adding up to an unforgettable story that has inspired audiences worldwide to action.

Run time: 1hr 32 mins

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