Three Cheers for the Whale

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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.

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1972-01-01
  • Runtime: 17 min
  • Country: France
  • Language: French
  • Status: Released
  • IMDb Rating: 7.2
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