A Life Illuminated
"A Life Illuminated is an incredible film. It takes us to one of the most extreme places on Earth, it reveals previously unseen phenomena, it takes us on the journey of scientific discovery, and it is an inspiration." Film Threat
Sun
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Sun 30 Nov 5:10 PM
Palace Barracks, Cinema 2
General Admission
Marine biologist Dr Edie Widder has spent her life chasing the ocean’s secret light – bioluminescence. A pioneer and one of the first women in her field, Edie revolutionised our understanding of the deep sea, revealing a vibrant realm of colour and life where once we saw only darkness. Having finally captured the first-ever footage of a giant squid in its natural habitat, Edie now embarks on her most daring dive yet – 3,300 feet below the surface – to film a phenomenon she’s pursued for decades. Blending extraordinary underater cinematography and unseen expedition archives, A Life Illuminated celebrates the beauty of the deep and the urgent need to protect its fragile world.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the director.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the director.