Two researchers study the communication of humpback whales across oceans, focusing on vocalizations that have evolved over 40 million years.
“Discover a connection 40 million years in the making.”
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Two researchers study the communication of humpback whales across oceans, focusing on vocalizations that have evolved over 40 million years.
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Synopsis
Dr. Michelle Fournet conducts research on humpback whales in Alaska, while Dr. Ellen Garland studies them in French Polynesia. Their work focuses on the communication patterns of these marine mammals, analyzing how vocalizations evolve across vast distances. Using advanced acoustic technology, they aim to decode the meanings behind these sounds and understand the social structures within whale communities. "Fathom" documents their efforts to bridge the gap between human knowledge and the complex lives of whales.
What Critics Say
Like the best science documentaries, Fathom is about the very nature of the scientific method and the value of empiricism and of knowledge itself. The most fascinating part is seeing the women apply the scientific method with logic and rigor, in a fearless pursuit of truth.
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Why Watch
- Meet Dr. Michelle Fournet studying whales in Alaska.
- Follow Dr. Ellen Garland's research in French Polynesia.
- Find out how whale communication changes across oceans.
Did You Know
- Fathom premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 16, 2021.
- The film was released on June 25, 2021, by Apple TV+.
- It holds a 50% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 16 reviews.
- Fathom has a Metacritic score of 67 out of 100 based on eight critics.
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Who directed the documentary Fathom?
Fathom was directed by Drew Xanthopoulos.
When was Fathom released on Apple TV+?
Fathom was released on June 25, 2021.
What is the approval rating of Fathom on Rotten Tomatoes?
Fathom holds a 50% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 16 reviews.
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