Film Lens
The film follows Ben and his friends as they start a company called Barea in Chile, aiming to address the problem of discarded fishing nets in the ocean. They focus on turning these nets into products like skateboard sunglasses and surf fins, while also supporting local fishing communities. The film discusses the environmental impact of plastic fishing nets, which can last for hundreds of years in the marine environment, harming marine life and ecosystems.
Through their efforts, Barea partners with Patagonia to create hats made from 100% recycled fishnet material, called Net Plus. The film emphasizes the importance of recycling and reducing plastic pollution, highlighting that their initiative helps keep over 70,000 pounds of harmful waste out of landfills and oceans in just one year.
Why Watch
- •Find out how Barea transforms fishing nets into hats.
- •See the impact of plastic fishing nets on marine life.
- •Meet Ben and his friends tackling ocean pollution.
Did You Know
•Fishing nets made from plastic can last hundreds of years in the ocean.
•Barea aims to keep over 70,000 pounds of waste out of landfills this year.
•Patagonia is partnering with Barea to create hats from recycled fishing nets.
Perfect For
Environmental activistsOcean conservationistsSustainable fashion enthusiasts