Answering the Call
Current Projects
ANSWERING THE CALL: Our newest film in development examines the expanding role of progressive zoos in the battle against species extinction, where it matters most—in the wild. We visit two pioneering conservation parks where saving endangered animals like tigers, hippos and great apes means protecting the entire ecosystem they depend upon—the web of life equally vital to human survival. In considering the full extent of today's extinction crisis the film is designed to motivate viewers and zoos to support projects proven to foster long-term protection.
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PRICELESS will explore the state of American democracy as we enter the 21st century. How best to balance the benefits of free enterprise, free speech and the American Dream? The story will feature an engaging cast of office holders, historians, business leaders, and average American citizens.
Recent Projects
EMPTY OCEANS, EMPTY NETS, examines the full extent of the global fisheries crisis and the forces that continue to push many marine fish stocks toward commercial extinction. The show also documents some of the most promising and innovative work being done to restore fisheries and protect essential fish habitat. New market initiatives are examined that give consumers a powerful vote in deciding how our oceans are fished. Commentary is provided by fishermen and by many of the world's most respected marine and fisheries scientists.
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FARMING THE SEAS explores the problems and potentials of marine aquaculture, a fast-growing but controversial industry that contributes a growing share of the world's seafood. Critics of the industry believe that some kinds of aquaculture, namely shrimp and salmon farms, result in a net loss of marine resources, adding further stress to beleaguered ocean fish stocks. The documentary examines industry efforts to address these problems and efforts to grow other species of fish and shellfish that may one day take pressure off the world's oceans.