Three Cheers for the Whale
Vive la baleine
Synopsis
Co-directed by Chris Marker and Mario Ruspoli, Three Cheers for the Whale traces humanity’s complex relationship with whales—from reverence to exploitation—culminating in a stark depiction of industrial whaling. Combining archival imagery, commentary, and documentary footage, the film offers both a historical reflection and a call for ecological awareness.
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- Director
- Chris Marker, Mario Ruspoli
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Marker
- Original Title
- Vive la baleine
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Argos films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Marker, Mario Ruspoli
Chris Marker
Mario Ruspoli
Chris Marker
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Chris Marker
Director
Mario Ruspoli
Director
Mario Ruspoli
Director of Photography
Chris Marker
Writer
Chris Marker
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What is Three Cheers for the Whale about?
Co-directed by Chris Marker and Mario Ruspoli, Three Cheers for the Whale traces humanity’s complex relationship with whales—from reverence to exploitation—culminating in a stark depiction of industrial whaling. Combining archival imagery, commentary, and documentary footage, the film offers both a historical reflection and a call for ecological awareness.
Who directed Three Cheers for the Whale?
Three Cheers for the Whale was directed by Chris Marker, Mario Ruspoli.
Who stars in Three Cheers for the Whale?
The principal cast of Three Cheers for the Whale includes Casamayor, Valérie Mayoux, Lalan.
When was Three Cheers for the Whale released and how long is it?
Three Cheers for the Whale was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 17m.