Tabuk, Red Sea Global (RSG) and global media and entertainment company Warner Bros. Discovery will collaborate to produce a documentary on the impact of climate change on coral reefs, according to a press release by RSC.
The documentary, “Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals”, set to air on Discovery channel on Earth Day (April 22, 2024), will show RSG’s efforts to protect the environment, the release said.
‘In ‘Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals’, we aim to spotlight the beauty and vulnerability of these underwater wonders and emphasize the importance of global collaboration in preserving our oceans,” said John Pagano, Group CEO at Red Sea Global.
The film follows the journey of Saudi Arabian free diver Salma Shaker as she explores the coral research conducted by scientists at Red Sea Global and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).
The film transcends geographical borders, taking viewers as far as to the reefs in Mexico, offering a compelling narrative on the challenges
facing coral reefs worldwide.
The film explores undiscovered reefs along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coastline.
Red Sea Global aims to unravel the mysteries of this unexplored territory, displaying its unique biodiversity and crucial role in supporting the global ecosystem. The documentary also delves into the potential benefits of coral research in the Red Sea for ecosystems globally.
Kerrie McEvoy, head of Factual Channels in Discovery Networks EMEA at Warner Bros Discovery, said: “Warner Bros. Discovery is proud to partner with Red Sea Global on ‘Beneath the Surface: The Fight for Corals’. As a company, we believe in the power of storytelling to entertain and inspire change, and this film exemplifies that commitment.”
The film features insights from a diverse group of experts to provide a comprehensive view of the current state of reefs globally, their significance in the marine ecosystem, and the ongoing efforts to protect them.
A first exclusive look at the film was shown during a side event at COP28 in
Dubai, hosted by Red Sea Global, where a trailer was played for the guests.
The documentary will air on Discovery Channel across the US, Europe, Turkiye, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Source: Saudi Press Agency