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Sharkwater (2008)

Rob Stewart , Paul Watson , Rob Stewart  |  PG |  DVD
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Rob Stewart, Paul Watson, Patrick Moore, Erich Ritter, Boris Worm
  • Directors: Rob Stewart
  • Writers: Rob Stewart
  • Producers: Rob Stewart, Brian Stewart
  • Format: Closed-captioned, Color, NTSC, Widescreen
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), English (Dolby Digital 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), French (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Subtitles: English, French
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Warner Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: April 8, 2008
  • Run Time: 89 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0013D8LHW
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #64,370 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Sharkwater" on IMDb

Special Features

  • Beneath the Surface featurette
  • Shark Defense Naval training film
  • Theatrical trailer and TV spots

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One of mankind's greatest fears--the shark--is convincingly cast in a sympathetic light by the award-winning documentary Sharkwater. Wildlife photographer-turned-filmmaker Rob Stewart is the driving force behind the film, and if his on-camera presence occasionally tilts towards self-aggrandizement, it's countered by the breathtaking quality of his footage of sharks and his compassionate argument for their protection. Stewart's coverage of the sharkfin trade is equally compelling, and scenes of wholesale slaughter of sharks for their fins (a delicacy and alleged medicine in Asian countries) are likely to disturb. Viewers may be split on Stewart's hands-on approach to combating the practice, which includes taking on pirates and police, but his intentions are honorable and do much to bring this alarming situation to light. The DVD includes a '60s-era Navy training film about sharks, which is amusing until one realizes how much its fearful tone has been echoed through decades, as well as a making-of featurette and theatrical trailer. --Paul Gaita

Product Description

For filmmaker Rob Stewart, exploring sharks began as an underwater adventure. What it turned into was a beautiful and dangerous life journey into the balance of life on earth. Driven by passion fed from a life-long fascination with sharks, Stewart debunks historical stereotypes and media depictions of sharks as bloodthirsty, man-eating monsters and reveals the reality of sharks as pillars in the evolution of the seas. Filmed in visually stunning, high definition video, Sharkwater takes you into the most shark rich waters of the world, exposing the exploitation and corruption surrounding the world's shark populations. Stewart's remarkable journey of courage and determination changes from a mission to save the world's sharks, into a fight for his life, and that of humankind.

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Say NO to Shark fin soup ! September 4, 2008
Format:DVD
This is one thing you will certainly come away with after watching the film.

As a scuba diver, sharks are what you want to see, especially the whale shark, but they are generally so shy they will certainly keep their distance.

The film sees Rob Stewart explore the `Darwin's theory of evolution' Galapagos islands and Costa Rica. Rob is a professional underwater photographer and videographer so the images he captures while gliding through the depths are stunning. That is until they turn to the finning operations, the corruption and images of sharks caught in a long lines where you can but ponder `what is humanity doing'.

This film really gives you a wake up call to the importance of the oceans and the sharks place at top of the food chain to keep everything balanced.

The books emphasis goes more on the role of the Sea Shepherd, the ocean's eco systems and gives you a chance to look again at the gracefulness of the shark.

A must watch/read.

Sharkwater: The Photographs
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Essential Viewing! March 31, 2008
Format:DVD
I was fortunate enough to be in Canada last year when this amazing film was being shown at a university theatre. Having won over twenty international film awards and garnered much critical acclaim, it's shocking how little exposure and theatrical play this film has had in the US. Regardless, this is easily one of the very best documentaries I've seen.

I was taken off-guard by how little I really knew about sharks aside from the terrible misconceptions so many of us have been fed since childhood. Rob Stewart does a magnificent job of thoroughly dismantling the caricature of sharks as ferocious monsters deserving of our fear and hatred, instead capturing the gentle beauty and vital importance of these creatures to life as we know it. The frightening ordeal Stewart finds himself in while filming is worthwhile viewing in itself. You don't need to be an environmentalist to appreciate Stewart's courageous documentation of the heart-wrenching barbarity imposed upon sharks (and other aquatic life).

Watch this film with as many friends and relatives as you can. We all need to be more aware of the impact humans are having on the environment. Sharkwater is a milestone effort in raising this awareness.
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19 of 23 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible February 27, 2008
By Giles
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
A stunning and remarkable documentary film about the illegal fishing of sharks for the Asian food market that is both riveting and beautiful to watch. The film documents director Rob Stewart's discovery and determination in letting the public know about the plight of sharks being killed off. The High Def imagery/cinematography is simply incredible and I'm sure the Bluray disc will look equally impressive as when I saw it on the AFI' Silver Theatre DLP system in March of 2006. The film is essential in educating all about the misconceptions and slaughter of sharks, it is both enlightening and ultimately heartbreaking - highly recommended!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Extremist C`rap But Good Film
The filmmaker is an extremist in the likes of pAUL wATSON (who actually makes a cameo appearance!) but the film is well made. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Christopher Ohn
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Tells the truth and raises awareness. More awareness is needed. Sharks need our help. Looking forward to his new movie. The Revolution.
Published 1 month ago by Brandon Vega
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Documentary
I truly enjoyed this dvd. The information provided was incredibly eye opening. I wish they would show this during shark week on Discovery channel!
Published 2 months ago by SMR86
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good
This is a really film. It really opens up awareness about whats going on in the world. I would recommend it to everyone. Just hope you aren't squeamish. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Abraham Lincoln
5.0 out of 5 stars Important message shown through beautiful cinematography
The movie presents a very poignant warning about the delicacy of ecosystems. Rob Stewart and team do a great job of showing the other side of the often feared shark. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Marni Benson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Documentary!
This is such a well made documentary about the beauty of sharks and the unfortunate slaughter that is going on all for non-nutritional and very expensive shark fin soup. Read more
Published 4 months ago by stacy patterson
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational!
Such a great documentary about sharks and their roles in the world! If we don't do something, then we are not doing the right things! Go sharks!!!
Published 5 months ago by Amber
2.0 out of 5 stars This turned me against shark conservation
This movie missed it's mark. If the goal was to sway the mass audience that sharks are safe and should be protected, this film actually did the opposite. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Chuck Rylant
5.0 out of 5 stars MUST SEE
This is an amazing documentary! After watching this I realized that any one person can make a difference. Read more
Published 7 months ago by DiveGirl78
2.0 out of 5 stars Good Message Blocked By Poor Filming
This film has a great message that needs to be told. However, some poor filming techniques really get in the way. The narration is AWFUL! Read more
Published 8 months ago by jessmess
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