Exploring the Wild: 7 Essential Documentaries on Wildlife Diversity

Winged Migration (2002)

The 2002 French documentary chronicles the remarkable journey of birds as they migrate across continents. Its a powerful film with striking visuals.

Blackfish (2013)

Blackfish illuminates the negative aspects of SeaWorlds captive orca breeding programme. Its a potent and unsettling movie that started a worldwide dialogue about animal care.

The Cove (2009)

Taiji, Japans cruel dolphin hunting method is revealed in this Oscar-winning documentary. The movie is startling and enlightening.

March of the Penguins (2005)

An endearing film that tracks Antarctican emperor penguins on their yearly journey to breed. Its a funny and endearing movie that the whole family will enjoy.

Planet Earth II (2016)

From the volcanic mountains of Hawaii to the frigid plains of Antarctica, this magnificent miniseries from the BBC highlights the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth.

Grizzly Man (2005)

Werner Herzogs documentary chronicles Timothy Treadwells 13 years spent living with grizzly bears in Alaska before he was killed by one. Its an interesting movie that makes you think.

Okja (2017)

In Okja, starring Bong Joon-ho, a young girl fights to prevent her genetically altered super pig from being killed by a big business. Its a heartfelt and provocative movie that looks at issues like corporate greed and animal rights.