The Cove is so much more than I expected. Although I heard rave reviews across the board, I didn't know much about it. It was full of facts that i wasn't aware of - about dolphins, marine life, the ocean, Japan, and the government. This movie made me feel compelled to do something to make a difference, as soon as possible.
Though the movie was sad throughout, the part that made me cry was about government coverup of mercury levels in fish. I thought about the amount of people I know who eat fish and have no idea. Thus I was glad to show this movie to my pescetarian family, especially since it is easier for most people to swallow than a film like Earthlings.
Aside from being an incredible piece about animal rights, it is simply a great documentary. It was very well edited and directed; the flow kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. At times I felt like I was watching an action movie in the style of Ocean's 11 or Bourne. The "cast" of the movie was so brave and persistent, and I was so proud of them, especially at the end.
I couldn't get enough of The Cove and I didn't want it to end, in fact I watched it with my family a few days after first seeing it. I live by the ocean, and I'll never look at a dolphins the same again. I've always wanted to swim with dolphins, but now I won't unless out in the ocean. This movie gives a fantastic explanation on why we shouldn't eat fish, for both our health and our planet. If more documentaries were as well done and powerful the world would evolve in a much needed direction.
You must see this movie right away - it will change your life.
5 comments:
I am so getting this for my gf's sister!!! If this doesn't get her to stop eating fish I don't know what will.
It was a brilliant movie!
However, I found it quite disturbing to see about 30 viewers in the theater, that had the expression of "I'll never eat dolphin" and "God, that's horrible" on their faces, while they eat other animals. And we're speaking of "only" 33 000 dolphins a year. That's about the amount of pigs killed within 2.5 hours just in the US. I doubt that they can make the connection between "cute dolphins" and "pork".
I bought this movie when it came out on DVD - This is a movie that I hope I can get my friends to watch so maybe they can understand what really happens to dolphins. No one ever seems to wonder where those cute dolphins at the resorts and theme parks come from. The truth is really horrific.
The Green Lilly
thanks for sharing this e.v.g!
im going to get a copy, burn it and send it to everyone i know.
durianrider
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artoflifeofart, nice said !
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