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Dive into the world of whales

Hollywood film producer and environmentalist James Cameron uncovers breathtaking whale behaviour.

SECRETS OF THE WHALES DISNEY PLUS

Announced as a new series for Earth Day 2021, Disney Plus has unveiled a documentary that should excite any whale lover. Filmed over three years in 24 locations, it is rightly described as an ‘epic journey’. Each of the four episodes focuses on a different whale or dolphin species: orca, humpback, beluga and sperm, with narwhals also making an appearance. Each also centres on a different theme of behaviour; exploring family ties, communication, cooperation and hunting.

You cannot fault the series on its spectacular cinematography. The joint movie-making skills of producer James Cameron and

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