Join us on June 07, 2025
For our Ocean Week Victoria Celebration:

Cinema of the Sea

🌍 Cinema of the Sea: Indigenous Waters, Orca Songs, Seaweed Dreams

Dive into an unforgettable evening of films exploring the deep connections between land, sea, and Indigenous knowledge.

📅 Date: June 7, 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

📍 Venue: The Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas St, Victoria, BC

🎟️ Tickets: $5 (available at the door by Cash or online)

Co-hosted by British Columbia Environmental Film Festival (BCEFF) and the

Northwest Aquatic and Marine Educators – BC Branch (NAME-BC)

Sponsored by Pacific Seaweed Industry Association (PSIA),

This event is part of Ocean Week Victoria.

🎥 Film Lineup 

1. The Spirit Who Swims: Directors: Bev Sellars & Garry Tutte | Runtime: 55:45A love manifesto to salmon and a call to protect Indigenous waters.👉 Followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers .

2. Seaweed Chronicles: Director: Madhav Bhargav | Runtime: 25:00A heartfelt look at BC’s seaweed scene, from diving to farming and food.👉 Followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker.

3. Call of the Orcas Director: Jessica Plumb | Runtime: 18:00 A moving tribute to orca researcher Ken Balcomb, featuring Indigenous perspectives and orca calls.👉 Followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker .