Three Cheers for the Whale (1972)

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.

• Release Date: 1972-01-01
• Runtime: 0h 17min
• Production Company: Argos films
• Production Country: France
• Directors: Chris Marker, Mario Ruspoli.