Wednesday at SeaWorld Orlando by captive killer whale name Tilikum”, were the words spoken by hundreds of news reporters all over the nation. After trying to piece together the puzzle, Gabriela Cowperthwaite began to work on a film that argued the claim that Dawn Brancheau was targeted because she had worn her hair in a ponytail. Cowperthwaite knew there was more to the story, and she directed a film called Blackfish. A feud began between the film and the main “threat”, SeaWorld, which raised a lot
In 2010, Gabriela Cowperthwaite began the production of Blackfish, an ingenious and innovative documentary about SeaWorld’s inhumane treatment of their Orca whales, the main focus being Tilikum. The film has garnered reputable ratings since its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in 2013, but it has also received an immense amount of criticism from critics and SeaWorld itself. Although there are numerous rhetorical elements and film tactics used to cast a negative shadow upon SeaWorld, Cowperthwaite’s
habitat of a wide variety of nautical creatures within the theme park. The most popular show at Sea World is the Shamu, or killer whale, performance. The 2013 documentary Blackfish revealed some startling information regarding the lives the killer whales, also known as orca whales or blackfish, are leading, but most people are still unaware of how much holding orca whales in captivity limits their livelihood and changes their natural
A fascinating but heart wrenching story with a killer whale at its centre, Blackfish is a captivating film that shows how nature can get revenge on man when pushed to its limits. Directed and produced by Gabriela Cowperthwaite and released in 2013, Blackfish tells the story of Tilikum, a performing orca whale that killed several people while in captivity. Along the way, we are shown shocking footage and emotional interviews to explore the creature’s extraordinary nature, the species’ cruel treatment
BLACKFISH ‘FRIEND. OUTCAST. KILLER.’ Killer whales, also known as orcas, make up the largest members of the dolphin family and the top predator in their ecosystem. Their beauty and intelligence of sound and emotion has astounded humans for generations, but for many orcas captivity limits their freedom and enjoyment of life. A film documentary ‘Blackfish’ directed by Gabriella Cowperthwaite clearly states that they oppose of orcas held in captivity by having former trainers of SeaWorld state their
Should orcas remain in captivity? Orcas are a popular attraction at many marine parks all around the world. Every year, millions of people love to go to parks such as SeaWorld to see their world famous orca shows. However, society has debated whether or not orcas should remain in captivity for over forty years (Rose). Dictionary.com defines captivity as “the state or period of being held, imprisoned, enslaved, or confined”. The essential parts of orca captivity are the beginning of orcas in captivity
public eye. It was only recently back in July of 2013 when the world’s famous SeaWorld was brought into the spotlight for animal abuse in the new documentary Blackfish (Blackfish). This film described the horrible treatment of the orca whales which actually lead them to become a huge threat to the
causes psychological problems. Even the aquarium staff treats him with benzodiazepines so that the show can continue. Blackfish documentary released in 2013 shows how crudely Tilikum lives an absolute torture and what are the causes that literally has become a killer whale. This whale killed three humans in the years 1991, 1999 and 2010. It is precisely what seeks to explain Blackfish, a documentary that became a rallying cry for activists’ animal rights, creating awareness in the people (Prothero et
beginning of the human race, people have formed deep connections with the animals and wildlife they come into contact with. In the documentary, Blackfish, we see the faults of human interactions with wildlife. SeaWorld, which is a multibillion dollar business, is an example of the faults of human interactions with wildlife because the company captures orcas and confines them to pools, in order to attract people to their parks. This has led to my belief which is that amusement parks that confine animals
true intentions aren’t in the best interest of marine life but to make money. Now, they call it collecting, acquiring, and capturing but Orcas and dolphins are hunted. They are commonly chased by boats for 8 or 9 hours before being trapped and torn away form there families forever. Whale captures started in the early 70’s. SeaWorld’s attempt to capture several Orcas in Puget Sound using powerboats, airplanes and explosives to drive the animals into captivity resulted in their capture permit being permanently