Kingdom of the Blue Whale (2009)
Synopsis
Kingdom of the Blue Whale(2009) another National Geographic documentary showcases and attempts to make sense of the enigma of the blue whale, the largest creature on the planet. A film directed by Steve Greenwood, this compelling marine biology film features John Calambokidis and his crew as they aim to find and eventually study the blue whale’s breeding areas for the first time. Covering Over the waters of Costa Rica, this film incorporates stunning underwater shots of these animals and explores their activity, movements, and stages of their life cycle.
Awards & Wins
The film received various accolades for its breathtaking awe-inspiring visuals and insights in marine science but no significant awards were earned. Its value is in the fact that it is informative coupled with unusually excellent photography.
Cast & Crew
- Director: Steve Greenwood
- Producer: Thompson, Claire
- Narrator: Tom Selleck
- Featured Expert: John Calambokidis, a marine biologist
IMDb Ratings
The film has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 which is appropriate owing to the fact that it caters not only to the scientific community but also to fans of documentary nature filmmaking.
Personal Insights
This film serves as an ode to the goodness of marine life with special emphasis on ecosystems; interestingly, it also is an enjoyable constant which has been substantiated with cutting-edge technology. Tom Selleck does a superb job with voice overs and his monologue can sometimes prove to be the most crucial part of any clip since these clips usually accompany tough work in the field of such a nebulous organism. The discovery of a site where blue whales mate is one such success in the search of these baffling leviathans, with the winded message being the need for preservation.
Cultural Significance
Kingdom of the Blue Whale draws attention to the delicate nature of the oceanic environment and reveals the complex issues that blue whales face today, including global climatic changes, vessel collisions and contamination. The movie depicts the beauty of nature, brings out the hard work of the scientists and instills hope and action towards ocean protection among the viewers. Through its efforts to solve the dilemmas of a large but delicate species, it reminds us all of our duties towards conserving the biodiversity of the planet.