The Cove

Flipper was one of the most beloved television characters of all time. But ironically, the fascination with dolphins that he caused created a tragic epidemic that has threatened their existence and become a multibillion dollar industry. The largest supplier of dolphins in the world is located in the picturesque town of Taijii, Japan. But the town has a dark, horrifying secret that it doesn't want the rest of the world to know. There are guards patrolling the cove, where the dolphin capturing takes place, who prevent any photography. The only way to stop the evil acts of this company and the town that protects it is to expose them....and that's exactly what the brave group of activists in The Cove intend to do.Armed with state-of-the-art surveillance equipment, the members of the small group, led by the most famous dolphin trainer in the world, devise a covert plan to infiltrate the cove to document the horrifying events that happen there. Along the way, they uncover what may be the largest health crisis facing our planet— the poisoning of our seas. Part environmental documentary, part horror film, part spy thriller, The Cove is as suspenseful as it is enlightening. The final result is a heart-wrenching, but inspirational, story that shows the true power of film in the hands of people who aren't afraid to risk everything for a vital cause.

Recipient of the Audience Award presented by Honda: U.S. Documentary.

CAST

Louie Psihoyos - Louie Psihoyos is widely regarded as one of the top photographers in the world. He was hired directly out of college to shoot for National Geographic and created images for the yellow-bordered magazine for 18 years. His ability to bring humanity and wit to complicated science stories carries over to his filmmaking. An ardent diver and dive photographer, he feels compelled to show the world the drastic decline of our planet's crucial resource: water.

Screenings:

Sun. Jan 18 3:00 p.m. - COVEE18TA Temple Theatre, Park City
Tue. Jan 20 2:30 p.m. - COVEE20LA Library Center Theatre, Park City
Wed. Jan 21 7:30 p.m. - COVEE21BE Broadway Centre Cinemas IV, SLC
Thu. Jan 22 9:00 p.m. - COVEE22TN Temple Theatre, Park City
Sat. Jan 24 9:00 a.m. - COVEE24TM Temple Theatre, Park City