Continue the conversation on DOCS Connect, with filmmaker in attendance to respond to your questions, <a href="https://afidocsconnect.discussion.community/post/fathom-filmmaker-present-11774073?pid=1326724973" target="_blank">here</a>.

Have you ever wanted to introduce yourself to a whale? FATHOM follows women in the field of cetacean research trying to do just that. The teams of scientists study humpbacks from around the world, learning about whale culture and reflexively about our own. During their studies, the researchers face many challenges such as failing technologies, changing methodologies, uncooperative weather and the occasional toll of seclusion. While playing a game of acoustic hide and seek, we dive deep into the world of these baleen behemoths and let their songs wash over us in waves of fascination and wonder. Enhancing our journey is the gorgeous cinematography and enveloping sound design. Drew Xanthopoulos’s film is an enthralling exploration of these emotional, intelligent and mysterious creatures.

FATHOM

Have you ever wanted to introduce yourself to a whale? FATHOM follows women in the field of cetacean research trying to do just that and takes a deep dive into whale culture and our own.

Watch a special conversation with director Drew Xanthopoulos, producer Megan Gilbride and subjects Dr. Ellen Garland and Dr. Michelle Fournet moderated by Professor at Georgetown University Dr. Janet Mann.

Q&A - FATHOM

Watch a special conversation with director Drew Xanthopoulos, producer Megan Gilbride and subjects Dr. Ellen Garland and Dr. Michelle Fournet moderated by Professor at Georgetown University Dr. Janet Mann.

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