This poetic documentary traces the origins of a scientific breakthrough that transformed Japanese nori aquaculture and helped spark a global sushi phenomenon. Interweaving cultural history, science, and art, Umi No Oya reflects on the resilience of people and ecosystems in the face of climate change. Against a backdrop of striking landscapes, the film asks how knowledge from the past can shape a more sustainable future.
Ewen Chardronnet - Director
Maya Minder - Director
Ewen Chardronnet - Writer
Maya Minder - Writer
Cherise Fong - Writer
Anne Cécile Worms - Producer
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