270008
270008

Three Cheers for the Whale

1972-01-01
7.2
fr 17m
Documentary
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.

Director

Chris Marker

Director

Mario Ruspoli

Title Designer

Timour Lam

Assistant Director

Germaine Chiaselotti

Sound

Chris Marker

Director of Photography

Mario Ruspoli

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Status

Released

Countries

  • France

Companies

  • Argos films