Walter Munk’s daring exploration and brilliant scientific "failures" have changed the way we understand our Blue Planet.
Directors |
Eliana Alvarez Martinez |
Country |
USA |
Year |
2017 |
Running Time |
60 mins |
Website | |
SFGFF Film Program: |
Green Film Fest Screening - September 12, 2018 San Francisco Premiere. Walter Munk’s brilliant scientific “failures” and pursuit of daring exploration have changed the way we understand our Blue Planet and literally helped save western civilization. His work in oceanography pioneered our modern understanding of tides, ocean circulation, and surf forecasting. Now, at age 96, Walter is on a mission to research the unique flying Devil Rays that bear his name. DISCUSSION WITH: Walter Munk, Oceanographer; Patty Elkus, Executive Producer/Scripps; Maribel Guevara (emcee). |