Documentary Films

The Water Talks to Me


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by Nancy Cohen
color, 29 min, 1989



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"Incorporating some spectacular footage and the intimate feelings of those involved, this exceptional program personalizes the repercussions of scarcer fishing harvests on those whose livelihoods are directly at stake." — BOOKLIST

The Water Talks to Me provides a close look at a traditional fishing community caught in the midst of change. Shot in the fishing port of Gloucester, Massachusetts, and on vessels in the North Atlantic, this half-hour documentary explores the impact of declining fish populations on the lives of two offshore fishermen, a father and son. Fisheries' scientists and federal managers are included in the interviews. The result is a multi-layered analysis of family and economics, environmental issues and politics.

Narrated by Noah Adams of National Public Radio, The Water Talks to Me is well-suited for classroom use. The documentary's approach is simple and direct, making it accessible for a wide range of educational levels, from junior high through college.


Film Festivals, Screenings, Awards
National Educational Film & Video Festival, Silver Apple Award
American Film and Video Festival Finalist