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 fascina... more »tion 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.« less
"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!"
Say NO to Shark fin soup !
Guy Rogers | Calgary, Canada | 09/05/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"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"
Sharkwater blu-ray
T. Stadler | Wisconsin | 03/21/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is an amazing documentry!! I've seen it before my purchase but wanted my own copy to share with others. Great filming, great message. As far as Amazon go's very easy to order and very fast delivery. You got to see this movie!!! Thanks"
Soon to be "SharklessWater"
True Blue | 01/30/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"A concise, clear, graphic documentary about the state of over-fishing of one of our top predators in the Sea - & the inhumane - & often illegal - treatment meted out to them.
A sickening reflection on Mans' greed & destruction of ecosystems without thought for any future generations or planetary concerns."