Three Cheers for the Whale

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Three Cheers for the Whale

Co-directed by Chris Marker and Mario Ruspoli, Three Cheers for the Whale traces humanity’s complex relationship with whales—from reverence to exploitation—culminating in a stark depiction of industrial whaling. Combining archival imagery, commentary, and documentary footage, the film offers both a historical reflection and a call for ecological awareness.

Original Title

Vive la baleine

Release Date

1972-01-01

Year

1972

Duration

17m

Status

Released

Score

7.31

Production

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Cast