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  • 2017
  • 1 h 33 m
  • 2017
  • 1 h 33 m

Summary Coral reefs are the nursery for all life in the oceans, a remarkable ecosystem that sustains us. Yet with carbon emissions warming the seas, a phenomenon called “coral bleaching”—a sign of mass coral death—has been accelerating around the world, and the public has no idea of the scale or implication of the catastrophe silently raging und...

Directed By: Jeff Orlowski-Yang

Written By: Davis Coombe, Vickie Curtis, Jeff Orlowski-Yang

  • 2017
  • 1 h 33 m
  • 2017
  • 1 h 33 m
Chasing Coral
Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 13 Critic Reviews
86
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 20 User Ratings
7.1
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Summary Coral reefs are the nursery for all life in the oceans, a remarkable ecosystem that sustains us. Yet with carbon emissions warming the seas, a phenomenon called “coral bleaching”—a sign of mass coral death—has been accelerating around the world, and the public has no idea of the scale or implication of the catastrophe silently raging und...

Directed By: Jeff Orlowski-Yang

Written By: Davis Coombe, Vickie Curtis, Jeff Orlowski-Yang

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Universal Acclaim Based on 13 Critic Reviews
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100
Jul 14, 2017
Like its thematic companion, Orlowski’s 2012 doc on melting glaciers "Chasing Ice," the sober and urgent Chasing Coral is thankfully far from discouraging. Instead it’s a motivating wake-up call that makes one want to drop everything and join the onscreen crew, rebelling against today’s political priorities
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100
Jul 13, 2017
The film is a devastating success, moving in its beauty and wrenching when that beauty withers: Acres of coral waste away to chalky ash before our eyes.
By Alan Scherstuhl FULL REVIEW

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10
HandToDirt
Jun 12, 2018
Some of the most stunning footage I've ever seen. A truly moving and harrowing experience. I've never been so motivated to fighting climate change as I was by the end of this film. If only it weren't for that painful Kristen Bell song during the credits. This film was so deftly crafted otherwise.
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JorgeLestre
Jul 26, 2017
'Chasing Coral' is that alarming movie we need to watch to better understand how we are affecting our planet. It's a horror story embezzled in colorful imagery.
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90
Jan 28, 2017
Even for those limited to swimming virtually among parrot fish and sea turtles over vast marine ecosystems of astonishing color and complexity, this superbly crafted documentary is likely to wield an unexpected emotional charge.
By David Rooney FULL REVIEW
80
Jul 13, 2017
It’s an environmental tragedy of our own making, the film heartbreakingly argues, that has little hope of being reversed without immediate human intervention.
By Nicole Herrington FULL REVIEW
80
Feb 7, 2017
You walk out of Chasing Coral feeling that Richard Vevers is correct: The more that people see, and understand, the death of our coral, the more they’ll realize that climate change isn’t just about wrecking the planet, it’s about humanity destroying itself.
By Owen Gleiberman FULL REVIEW
75
Jul 12, 2017
Chasing Coral has a cogent, timely argument to make — and, crucially, it’s an argument that demands visual presentation. For once, reading a book or in-depth article on the subject wouldn’t be remotely as persuasive (except perhaps regarding the question of whether human activity is primarily responsible). If your eyes work, your heart will sink.
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67
Jul 13, 2017
While it does pay beyond fair deference to the science behind coral reefs and their devastation, its real strength lies within the pathos generated by the visuals that showcase the exact nature of their precarious state.
By Jason Ooi FULL REVIEW
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Richard552
Aug 11, 2022
I've never been so motivated to fighting climate change as I was by the end of this film.$1 to buy a Netflix account, Google search: vtvshare
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iCronic
Aug 6, 2017
Really wasn´t convinced about this documentary. Some beautiful and sharp pictures but i didn´t like the way they compiled it. But it´s an important subject and Netflix´s reach can help a lot
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1337Stranger
Feb 15, 2019
As good as the visuals are, other documentaries have already done this multiple times & implemented it even better. It's just not as effective or empowering as Planet Earth, Blue Planet or even Cosmos...
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Production Company Argent Pictures, Code Blue Foundation, EarthSense Foundation, Exposure Labs, Sustainable Films, The Kendeda Fund
Release Date Jul 14, 2017
Duration 1 h 33 m
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Website https://www.facebook.com/chasingcoral/
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Awards

Boulder International Film Festival
• 3 Wins & 3 Nominations
Cinema Eye Honors Awards, US
• 1 Win & 3 Nominations
News & Documentary Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 3 Nominations

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