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201777 minPGdocumentary

7.8/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Ocean Exploration Forest Conservation

Blue

201777 minPGdocumentary

7.8/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

99% of all living space on Earth is found in the oceans, which face severe threats from industrialization and ecological crimes.

Ocean Exploration Forest Conservation

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99% of all living space on Earth is found in the oceans, which face severe threats from industrialization and ecological crimes.

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Karina Holdendirector

Valerie Taylorcast

Lucas Handleycast

Madison Stewartcast

Tim Silverwoodcast

Synopsis

The ocean holds 99% of Earth's living space. Blue, directed by Karina Holden, addresses the threats facing marine ecosystems due to a century of industrialization. The film presents global ecological crimes affecting shorelines and marine life. It draws parallels between these issues and historical mass extinctions on land. With a focus on conservation, the documentary urges action to protect vital ocean resources. Blue was released in 2017 and runs for 77 minutes.

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