The first documentary about World Fish Migration Day
Once upon a time, massive fish migrations were observed every year around the globe. Civilizations and wildlife revolved around these natural wonders and depended on them for survival. For millennia, we have relied on rivers as a source of food, recreation and energy. Unfortunately, many of these natural, free-flowing rivers have deteriorated as generations pass. 'Love Flows' brings to life the challenges that voiceless rivers and fish face against threats but more importantly, what we are doing to help improve the situation. It captures the growing passion of thousands of people from across the globe that join together to celebrate their love and work for rivers and fish.Dams block the flow of rivers
One of the biggest threats to healthy rivers are dams. Dams block the flow of rivers, the passage of fish, and interrupt the health and ecology of our freshwater systems. These barriers have massive effects on the survival of migratory fish but the tide is turning, and we are starting to bring these rivers and fish populations back. Now, citizens around the world are becoming activated to help restore these rivers that are the life sources of our planet.On April 21, 2018, the World Fish Migration Foundation organized its third biennial World Fish Migration Day. On this day, over 3000 organizations around the world joined together in solidarity to celebrate migratory fish and healthy rivers, educate others about them and embark on the journey to save them. World Fish Migration Day sheds light on the importance of free-flowing rivers for local cultures, livelihoods and happiness and how we can all work together to make a better future for our rivers and places around them.
The documentary 'Love Flows' captures the stories of a few of the events from World Fish Migration Day 2018 through the narration of Joshua Royte, a conservation scientist for The Nature Conservancy. It highlights our evolved understanding of the impacts of dams and the people who are working to make positive differences for rivers. This documentary aims to give these fish and the rivers they depend on a voice by showcasing the celebrations, knowledge, and great visions we have for our rivers.
"This film puts out a message of real hope. Freshwater fish populations have declined alarmingly over the last two centuries, but now we're starting to see that we have it in our power to bring them back."
"This film is a telegram that reminds us of the obvious but discarded fact; beauty as a value, the health of the earth is the base of everything we hope we will do in this lifetime."
We hope this movie inspires even more people to take part in the next World Fish Migration Day and who knows ... maybe your river can be featured in the next documentary!
Watch the full film below.
Duration: 35 minutes
Language: English
Subtitles: English, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, German, Chinese, Khmer, Portuguese, Russian, Ukrainian
Directed by: Francisco Campos-Lopez
Produced by: Magen Entertainment
Supporting Organizations: World Wildlife Fund, The Nature Conservancy, American Rivers, World Fish Migration Foundation
Special thanks to everyone who provided additional footage!
