Seaspiracy

The 2021 documentary film directed by British filmmaker Ali Tabrizi examines the environmental impact of commercial fishing, highlighting issues such as plastic pollution, "ghost nets," and overfishing. The film asserts that commercial fisheries are the primary drivers of marine ecosystem destruction and rejects the concept of sustainable fishing. It criticizes the actions of several marine conservation organizations, including the Earth Island Institute and their "dolphin safe" labeling, as well as the sustainable seafood certifications provided by the Marine Stewardship Council. The documentary also emphasizes that efforts to reduce household plastic pollution overlook the significant impact of discarded fishing gear. "Seaspiracy" advocates for the establishment of marine reserves and the cessation of fish consumption. Produced by Kip Andersen, known for the documentary "Cowspiracy," the film utilized the same production team. Initial funding was provided by British entrepreneur Dale Vince, and in 2020, Netflix acquired the rights to the film. It premiered on Netflix on March 24, 2021, garnering significant attention. The film received mixed reviews: some critics praised it for highlighting an important issue, while others accused it of scientific inaccuracies and criticized its portrayal of certain organizations and experts.​