Three Cheers for the Whale
Documentary

Three Cheers for the Whale

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

January 1, 1972

Status

Released

Original Title

Vive la baleine

Runtime

17min

Budget

Revenue

Language

French

Production Companies

Argos films