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My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Synopsis

My Father, The Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau revisits the adventure and the legacy of Captain Cousteau not only through intimate stories from his family but also from some of the people whose lives he influenced. In rediscovered footage of the earliest days of scuba diving, Jean-Michel Cousteau shows how his father brought the great unseen ocean into focus and into our homes. Jean-Michel and the next generation of Cousteau children, now adults, describe the legacy they have taken upon themselves to carry and cast a meaningful light on the life and work of a man who inspired millions to reconsider our relationship with the sea and its creatures.

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Matthew Ferraro
Original Title
My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
46m
Production Studios
Ocean Futures Society

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Matthew Ferraro

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Matthew Ferraro

Director

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What is My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau about?

My Father, The Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau revisits the adventure and the legacy of Captain Cousteau not only through intimate stories from his family but also from some of the people whose lives he influenced. In rediscovered footage of the earliest days of scuba diving, Jean-Michel Cousteau shows how his father brought the great unseen ocean into focus and into our homes. Jean-Michel and the next generation of Cousteau children, now adults, describe the legacy they have taken upon themselves to carry and cast a meaningful light on the life and work of a man who inspired millions to reconsider our relationship with the sea and its creatures.

Who directed My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau?

My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau was directed by Matthew Ferraro.

Who stars in My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau?

The principal cast of My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau includes Jacques-Yves Cousteau, Jean-Michel Cousteau.

When was My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau released and how long is it?

My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 46m.