ARTE Distribution has acquired OCEANIA – THE OCEAN’S PROTECTORS, a stunning new environmental documentary produced by KM Production and directed by Patrice Gellé. Available in 52- and 90-minute versions, the film highlights the pressing need to protect the ocean, which covers two-thirds of the Earth’s surface and is increasingly under threat.
Through breathtaking cinematography, the documentary follows the inhabitants of various islands, from Easter Island to Hawaii, showcasing their deep connection with the ocean and the innovative, community-led efforts to preserve marine ecosystems. Blending ancestral knowledge with cutting-edge solutions, OCEANIA – THE OCEAN’S PROTECTORS is a powerful exploration of resilience, hope, and conservation, offering a rare and optimistic perspective on the fight to save the planet’s most vital ecosystem.
Joséphine Létang, Head of Sales at ARTE Distribution, expressed her enthusiasm for the project:
‘We are so proud to work with KM Production and Patrice Gellé on such an ambitious, uplifting documentary! Especially one that puts the issue of climate change back in the spotlight. It’s an honor to contribute to this cause by helping spread the message of those who work so hard to protect the ocean’.
Catherine Alvaresse, CEO of KM Production, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the documentary’s potential global impact:
‘We are very enthusiastic about collaborating with ARTE Distribution to bring this prime-time documentary to the international market. Documentaries can truly cross borders and serve as powerful tools for change by raising awareness of critical issues such as the environment and conservation. With our film, we share the voices of the Oceanian people who are on the frontlines of protecting our blue planet’.
With its hopeful and inspiring approach, OCEANIA – THE OCEAN’S PROTECTORS is set to captivate international audiences, shedding light on the crucial role of indigenous knowledge, scientific innovation, and collective action in safeguarding the ocean for future generations.
