SHARKWATER EXTINCTION
Sharkwater Extinction is a follow-up to the critically acclaimed Sharkwater, filmmaker Rob Stewart’sfirst film, which brought the devastating issue of shark finning to the world stage. This multiaward-winning film changed laws and public policy worldwide and created hundreds of conservationgroups. Today more than 90 countries have banned shark finning or the trade of shark products;however, even with all the progress made, Rob found that sharks are still being fished to extinction.100 – 150 million sharks are killed every year, including endangered species. Shark populations havedropped more than 90% in the last 40 years. Without the oceans’ main predator, marine ecosystems arebeing destroyed beyond repair.Shot in vivid 6K, Sharkwater Extinction is a thrilling and inspiring action-packed journey. Rob continueshis courageous crusade through the oceans and across four continents to investigate the corruptionbehind a multi-billion-dollar pirate fishing trade and massive illegal shark fin industry. From West Africa,Spain, Panama, Costa Rica, France, and even North America, Rob exposes the shocking truth that isleading to the extinction of our oldest remaining predator and ultimately to the destruction of ourplanet.In January 2017, while shooting Sharkwater Extinction, Rob tragically passed away during a dive off theFlorida Keys. The world was stunned by the loss of one of the most influential activists of our time. Robdedicated his life to conservation, saying: “Conservation is the preservation of human life. And, that,above all else is worth fighting for.” He taught the world to love the oceans and their creatures and notfear sharks through his iconic images of hugging and free diving with sharks and mantas.Rob risked everything in a tireless effort to educate, preserve and defend the oceans. His impact andsacrifice are beyond measure and the producers, along with a talented group of filmmakers, editors andloyal supporters, were compelled to continue his work. Armed with Rob’s copious hours of spectacularlyshot footage and reams of detailed notes, the team ensured Sharkwater Extinction was completed.Rob’s mission was to save the sharks and oceans before it’s too late. He was an eternal optimist whonever stopped believing that human beings will stand up and fight for what is beautiful, what is right andwhat is necessary – if they are shown the truth. Sharkwater Extinction will continue to inform and openthe world’s eyes to the atrocities affecting sharks and our oceans; the film is an exposé, a rallying calland the forward march of a movement uniquely shaped by the vision and voice of Rob Stewart.
