A study of marine life, taken from the best footage of four outstanding underwater photographers. There is no narrative, instead the film is accompanied by electronic rock music.
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In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
504690
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Marine biology
Animals & Wildlife → Marine fauna
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Underwater exploration
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Marine fauna
Crafts & Visual Arts → Underwater photography
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Marine biology
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)