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Sea of Shadows (2019)

Movie ★ 7.7 106 min

Documentary

The vaquita, the world’s smallest whale, is nearing extinction as its habitat is destroyed by Mexican cartels and the Chinese Mafia, who harvest the totoaba fish, the “cocaine of the sea.” Environmental activists, the Mexican navy, and undercover investigators are fighting back against this illegal multimillion-dollar business.

Richard Ladkani Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 20, 2019
Runtime
106 min
IMDb
tt9326056
Country
Austria
Language
Spanish, English
Studio
Terra Mater Factual Studios, National Geographic, National Geographic Documentary Films

Themes

Cast

Romel Eduardo Ledezma Abaroa Sig själv Rafael Pacchiano Alamán Sig själv Hector Capetillo Sig själv Andrea Crosta Sig själv Marc Davis Sig själv Jack Hutton Sig själv Jacqueline Le Duc Sig själv Carlos Loret de Mola Sig själv Oscar Parra Sig själv

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sea of Shadows about?
The vaquita, the world’s smallest whale, is nearing extinction as its habitat is destroyed by Mexican cartels and the Chinese Mafia, who harvest the totoaba fish, the “cocaine of the sea.” Environmental activists, the Mexican navy, and undercover investigators are fighting back against this illegal multimillion-dollar business.
Who directed Sea of Shadows?
Sea of Shadows was directed by Richard Ladkani.
Who stars in Sea of Shadows?
Sea of Shadows stars Romel Eduardo Ledezma Abaroa, Rafael Pacchiano Alamán, Hector Capetillo, Andrea Crosta.
When was Sea of Shadows released?
Sea of Shadows is a 2019 documentary film.
Where can I watch Sea of Shadows?
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