Flixtheatre

Three Cheers for the Whale

1972 17 min 7.2

Overview

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.

Details

Status: Released
Release Date: 1972-01-01
Production: Argos films