A critically endangered population of Southern Resident killer whales in the Pacific Northwest faces imminent extinction due to declining salmon stocks.
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A critically endangered population of Southern Resident killer whales in the Pacific Northwest faces imminent extinction due to declining salmon stocks.
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In the Pacific Northwest, the Southern Resident killer whales face a critical threat from declining salmon stocks. "Coextinction" features activists, scientists, and Indigenous leaders, including the Lummi Nation, working to combat the environmental challenges impacting these orcas. The film, directed by Gloria Pancrazi and Elena Jean, premiered on October 3, 2021, at the Vancouver International Film Festival. It won the Rob Stewart Eco Warrior Award and received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Cinematography in 2022.
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- See the impact of salmon decline on orcas.
- Meet the filmmakers Gloria Pancrazi and Elena Jean.
- Find out about the Rob Stewart Eco Warrior Award.
Did You Know
- Coextinction premiered on October 3, 2021, at a major film festival.
- The film won the Rob Stewart Eco Warrior Award at its premiere.
- Four individuals received a Canadian Screen Award nomination in 2022.
- The film has a runtime of 94 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Coextinction?
Coextinction was directed by Gloria Pancrazi and Elena Jean.
When did Coextinction premiere?
Coextinction premiered on October 3, 2021, at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
What award did Coextinction win at the Vancouver International Film Festival?
Coextinction won the Rob Stewart Eco Warrior Award at the festival.
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