Blackfish

Blackfish

2013 · 83 min · EN · PG-13 · 7.9 (1,036 votes)
Dir. Gabriela Cowperthwaite · Starring Dean Gomersall, Samantha Berg, John Jett, John Hargrove, Carol Ray, Jeffrey Ventre · Music Jeff Beal

Never capture what you can't control.

Documentary

Notorious killer whale Tilikum is responsible for the deaths of three individuals, including a top killer whale trainer. Blackfish shows the sometimes devastating consequences of keeping such intelligent and sentient creatures in captivity.

VIBE

This film feels like a relentless, heartbreaking exposé, building a powerful case with a steady, investigative rhythm. It's a deeply disturbing and infuriating experience, leaving you with a profound sense of unease and a re-evaluation of humanity's relationship with the natural world. A truly thought-provoking watch.

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