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Deep Dive: My Mercury (2025)

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My Mercury
My Mercury is a documentary film directed, written, and produced by Joëlle Chesselet. It follows Yves Chesselet, a 28-year-old conservationist, as he moves to Mercury Island off the coast of Namibia. Chesselet aims to relocate 15,000 seals from the island to create a sanctuary for critically endangered seabirds of the South Atlantic. The film captures Chesselet's commitment to conservation and the drastic lifestyle changes he makes to achieve his goals. It provides insight into the ecological significance of Mercury Island and the challenges of balancing wildlife preservation with human impact.

Why Watch

  • •Follow Yves Chesselet's mission on Mercury Island.
  • •See the relocation of 15,000 seals in action.
  • •Meet the critically endangered seabirds of the South Atlantic.

Did You Know

•Yves Chesselet is 28 years old during the events of the film.
•The film was released on January 12, 2024.
•My Mercury was produced by Joëlle Chesselet, who is also the director and writer.
•The film has a duration of 98 minutes.

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Conservation effortsSeabird enthusiastsDocumentary fans