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The Cove
The Cove
8.0
/10
1,876 Ratings

THE COVE

Directed by Louie Psihoyos
United States, 2009
Documentary

Synopsis

Using state-of-the-art equipment, a group of activists, led by renowned dolphin trainer Ric O’Barry, infiltrate a cove near Taiji, Japan to expose both a shocking instance of animal abuse and a serious threat to human health.

Synopsis

Using state-of-the-art equipment, a group of activists, led by renowned dolphin trainer Ric O’Barry, infiltrate a cove near Taiji, Japan to expose both a shocking instance of animal abuse and a serious threat to human health.

Our take

Uncovering the sheer scale of wild dolphin slaughter in Japan, Louie Psihoyos’ heart-stopping film is a sharp indictment of the practices of sea-life centres and charitable organisations. Winner of the Best Documentary Oscar, The Cove makes its arguments with the narrative force of a thriller.