Film Lens
One More Dead Fish focuses on a group of six fishermen in a small town in Nova Scotia, Canada, who take drastic action by seizing a Federal building. Their motivation stems from regulations that allow corporations to damage their traditional fishing grounds. The film captures the intensity of their struggle as they barricade themselves inside the building, highlighting the desperation of the community.
As the government remains unyielding, the fishermen escalate their actions by occupying six additional buildings across Atlantic Canada. The documentary includes tense footage of the men within the barricades and features interviews with government officials and industry leaders, providing insight into the wider effects of globalization on local communities and their livelihoods.
Why Watch
- •See fishermen fighting for their fishing rights in Nova Scotia.
- •Meet government officials discussing corporate regulations.
- •Find out how globalization impacts local fishing communities.
Did You Know
•Six fishermen seized a Federal building in Nova Scotia in 2004.
•The fishermen occupied six more buildings across Atlantic Canada.
•The film has a runtime of 56 minutes.
Perfect For
Fisheries managementCorporate regulationLocal activism