My Octopus Teacher (2020)

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After years of swimming every day in the freezing ocean at the tip of Africa, Craig Foster meets an unlikely teacher: a young octopus who displays remarkable curiosity. Visiting her den and tracking her movements for months on end he eventually wins the animal’s trust and they develop a never-before-seen bond between human and wild animal.

Director: James Reed, Philippa Ehrlich
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 85 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Kevin Smuts
Cinematography: Roger Horrocks
Editing: Dan Schwalm, Philippa Ehrlich
Production: The Sea Change Project, Off the Fence
Country: South Africa, United Kingdom
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en

Themes

Ocean Life and Deep Blue, The Microscopic World of Insects, Deep Sea Exploration and Underwater World, Underwater Reef: Coral Colors, Mysteries of the Deep Ocean: Abyss

Keywords

diving, octopus, intelligence, atlantic ocean, south africa, underwater, shark, western cape, nature documentary, marine life, animal behaviour, pretentious

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Octopus Teacher about?
After years of swimming every day in the freezing ocean at the tip of Africa, Craig Foster meets an unlikely teacher: a young octopus who displays remarkable curiosity. Visiting her den and tracking her movements for months on end he eventually wins the animal’s trust and they develop a never-before-seen bond between human and wild animal.
Who directed My Octopus Teacher?
My Octopus Teacher was directed by James Reed, Philippa Ehrlich.
Who stars in My Octopus Teacher?
My Octopus Teacher stars Craig Foster, Tom Foster.
How long is My Octopus Teacher?
My Octopus Teacher has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
What genre is My Octopus Teacher?
My Octopus Teacher is a Documentary film.
Where was My Octopus Teacher produced?
My Octopus Teacher was produced in South Africa, United Kingdom.
What are the themes of My Octopus Teacher?
The themes of My Octopus Teacher include: Ocean Life and Deep Blue, The Microscopic World of Insects, Deep Sea Exploration and Underwater World, Underwater Reef: Coral Colors, Mysteries of the Deep Ocean: Abyss.