This program tells the story of the notorious performing whale Tilikum, who has taken the lives of several people while in captivity. BLACKFISH expands on the discussion of keeping such intelligent creatures in captivity.
This program tells the story of the notorious performing whale Tilikum, who has taken the lives of several people while in captivity. BLACKFISH expands on the discussion of keeping such intelligent creatures in captivity.
General Note
Teacher's guide available under Additional info tag.
Contains mature thematic elements including disturbing and violent images i.e. killer whale attacking humans causes death.
Content Note
Special features: A note from Director Gabriela Cowperthwaite
Kanduke
"Death by Mosquito" in Marine Parks
Orca TeethShow the Stress of Orcas in Captivity
Recollections of a FormerSeaWorld Trainer
The Truth about Wild Whales
Alternatives toCaptivity
Director and Producer Commentary.