The International Student Centre International Wednesdays documentary series presents a screening of The Cove, February 22 at noon in the centre on the second floor of Laurier Hall.

Winner of the 2009 Academy Award for best documentary, the Cove follows an elite team of activists, filmmakers and freedivers as they embark on a covert mission to penetrate a remote and hidden cove in Taiji, Japan, shining a light on a dark and deadly secret.

Utilizing state-of-the-art techniques, including hidden microphones and cameras in fake rocks, the team uncovers how this small seaside village serves as a horrifying microcosm of massive ecological crimes happening worldwide. The result is a provocative mix of investigative journalism, eco-adventure and arresting imagery, adding up to an unforgettable story that has inspired audiences worldwide to action.

Watch the trailer:

International Wednesdays screenings are free and open to the public.