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Blackfish is a 2013 American documentary film directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite. It concerns Tilikum, an orca held by SeaWorld and the controversy over captive orcas. The film premiered at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival on January 19, 2013, and was picked up by Magnolia Pictures and CNN Films for wider release.
Jul 26, 2013 · Blackfish is a 2013 documentary that exposes the dangers and cruelty of keeping orcas in captivity, based on the case of Tilikum, a killer whale involved in three human deaths. The film features interviews with former SeaWorld trainers, experts, and activists, as well as archival footage and news clips.
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- Documentary
- Gabriela Cowperthwaite
- 2013-07-26
Blackfish is a critically acclaimed film that exposes the cruelty and dangers of keeping orcas in captivity. It follows the story of Tilikum, a male orca who killed three people in different incidents, and the impact of his confinement on his behavior and health.
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- Gabriela Cowperthwaite
- PG-13
- Documentary
Jul 20, 2013 · A documentary that reveals the cruelty and violence of keeping orcas in captivity at Sea World and other marine parks. Using interviews, archival footage and graphic scenes, it argues for the rights and dignity of these intelligent and emotional creatures.
This fascinating documentary examines the life of performing killer whale Tilikum, who has caused the deaths of several people while in captivity. Watch trailers & learn more.
- Gabriela Cowperthwaite
Cast and Crew. Killer whales are beloved, majestic, friendly giants, yet infamous for their capacity to kill viciously. Blackfish unravels the complexities of this dichotomy, employing the story of the notorious performing whale Tilikum, who - unlike any orca in the wild - has taken the lives of several people while in captivity. Blackfish ...
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A documentary about the captivity of killer whales and the dangers for both humans and whales. It focuses on Tilikum, a notorious orca that killed three people, and the shocking footage and interviews that reveal the cruel treatment and misconceptions of these intelligent animals.
