thursday. the cove.

the husband and i watch a ton of documentaries. i guess that's what happens when you only get channel 2 on tv and the instant queue on netflix runs amuck.

most of what we watch is decent ... we try to keep our viewings to things rated at LEAST three stars ... we do have standards, you know!

the cove, however, yup ... FIVE stars! and totally worth watching. and not just because it's about dolphins ... which it is. but, really, it's about so much more than that. i wouldn't even begin to call myself an environmentalist, but that doesn't mean i don't care about the environment and what goes on within it. and there are some things that are just. plain. wrong.

here's the synopsis:

'academy award winner for best documentary of 2009, THE COVE follows an elite team of activists, filmmakers and freedivers as they embark on a covert mission to penetrate a remote and hidden cove in Taiji, Japan, shining a light on a dark and deadly secret. utilizing state-of-the-art techniques, including hidden microphones and cameras in fake rocks, the team uncovers how this small seaside village serves as a horrifying microcosm of massive ecological crimes happening worldwide. the result is a provocative mix of investigative journalism, eco-adventure and arresting imagery, adding up to an unforgettable story that has inspired audiences worldwide to action.'

i'm guessing most people, like myself, had no idea that this kind of thing existed. you won't regret watching it. if you don't believe me, just watch the promo video on the website.