Three Cheers for the Whale(1972)
Vive la baleine
Three Cheers for the Whale 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.
Three Cheers for the Whale (1972) is a documentary film directed by Chris Marker, released on January 1, 1972 with a runtime of 17m. It stars Casamayor, Valérie Mayoux and Lalan. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 16 ratings.
- Director:
- Chris Marker
- Writers:
- Chris Marker
- Cinematographer:
- Mario Ruspoli
- Production:
- Argos films
- Status:
- Released
Three Cheers for the Whale Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Chris Marker, written by Chris Marker.
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Three Cheers for the Whale Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 16 ratings.
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Three Cheers for the Whale – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Three Cheers for the Whale online?
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Three Cheers for the Whale (1972) is available to stream on OVID. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Three Cheers for the Whale?
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The main cast of Three Cheers for the Whale (1972) includes Casamayor, Valérie Mayoux and Lalan. The film was directed by Chris Marker. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Three Cheers for the Whale released?
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Three Cheers for the Whale was released on January 1, 1972 and runs for 17m.
Is Three Cheers for the Whale worth watching?
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Three Cheers for the Whale (1972) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 16 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.