Resident Orca
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Resident Orca is a documentary film. directed by Sarah Sharkey Pearce.
Synopsis
Resident Orca tells the unfolding story of a captive whale’s fight for survival and freedom. After decades of failed attempts to bring her home, an unlikely partnership between Indigenous matriarchs, a billionaire philanthropist, killer whale experts, and the aquarium’s new owner take on the impossible task of freeing Lolita, captured 53 years ago as a baby, only to spend the rest of her life performing in the smallest killer whale tank in North America. When Lolita falls ill under troubling circumstances, her advocates are faced with a painful question: is it too late to save her?
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 6, 2024
1 year ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Resident Orca about?
Resident Orca tells the unfolding story of a captive whale’s fight for survival and freedom. After decades of failed attempts to bring her home, an unlikely partnership between Indigenous matriar...
Who directed Resident Orca?
Resident Orca was directed by Sarah Sharkey Pearce.
How long is Resident Orca?
Resident Orca has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Resident Orca released?
Resident Orca was released on April 6, 2024 in theaters.