Dubai, UAE – Red Sea Global and Warner Bros. Discovery have joined hands to bring forth a compelling narrative that sheds light on the vital importance of combating climate change’s impact on coral reefs. The collaboration will be showcased in the upcoming film “Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals”, which is set to air on Discovery channel and discovery+ via stc/Jawwy tv on Earth Day 22nd April 2024.
In a landmark collaboration aimed at raising awareness about the critical state of coral reefs worldwide, Red Sea Global and Warner Bros. Discovery have unveiled their latest project, “Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals”. This cinematic endeavor, produced by BAFTA-winning production company Park Village and directed by Emmy & BAFTA award-nominated British Director Ian Derry, promises to be a poignant exploration of the challenges facing coral reefs and the global efforts underway to protect them.
The film follows the remarkable journey of Salma Shaker, a skilled Saudi Arabian free diver, as she immerses herself in the groundbreaking work conducted by scientists at Red Sea Global and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). From the unexplored reefs along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coastline to captivating expeditions in Mexico, Salma’s narrative provides a captivating insight into the beauty and vulnerability of these underwater ecosystems.
“At Red Sea Global, we are inspired by nature and led by science,” remarked John Pagano, Group CEO at Red Sea Global. “Our destinations, including The Red Sea and Amaala, serve as a testament to the remarkable biodiversity of coral reefs. However, even the most resilient corals are facing unprecedented threats. Through ‘Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals,’ we aim to spotlight the importance of global collaboration in preserving our oceans.”
Warner Bros. Discovery shares this commitment to environmental stewardship, as highlighted by Kerrie McEvoy, Director, Head of Factual Channels, Discovery Networks EMEA at Warner Bros Discovery: “We are immensely proud to announce our partnership with Red Sea Global in presenting ‘Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals.’ Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to leveraging the power of storytelling to inspire change, and this film is a perfect example of how we can do that.”
The project will feature contributions from a diverse cast of experts, providing context on the current state of reefs worldwide, their significance in the global ecosystem, and the ongoing efforts to address the challenges they face.
Mark your calendars for Earth Day, April 22, 2024, as “Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals” premieres on Discovery channel and discovery+ via stc/Jawwy tv at 9 pm KSA time. This groundbreaking film promises to be a rallying cry for the preservation of coral reefs and the protection of our planet’s fragile ecosystems.