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The Cove

2009 · 92 min Documentary
⭐ 8.0 / 10 · TMDB

The Cove tells the amazing true story of how an elite team of individuals, films makers and free divers embarked on a covert mission to penetrate the hidden cove in Japan, shining light on a dark and deadly secret. The shocking discoveries were only the tip of the iceberg.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2009
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Louie Psihoyos
Runtime 92 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.0/10 (668 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Louie Psihoyos

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere

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Joe Chisholm

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Mandy-Rae Cruikshank

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Charles Hambleton

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Simon Hutchins

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Kirk Krack

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Isabel Lucas

Isabel Lucas

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Richard O'Barry

Richard O'Barry

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Roger Payne

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John Potter

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