The Sea Around Us (film)

The Sea Around Us is a 1953 American documentary film based on the non-fiction book of the same name by Rachel Carson. The film was written and produced by Irwin Allen, and directed by Allen and James Leicester.

The film explores the ocean's various aspects, including its geological history, marine life, and the impact of human activity. It combines Carson's scientific writing with stunning underwater footage and dramatic depictions of ocean phenomena.

The Sea Around Us won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1953. It also won the Special Jury Prize at the 1953 Cannes Film Festival. Despite its accolades, the film has been criticized for including fabricated scenes and stock footage that did not accurately represent the scientific understanding presented in Carson's book. This includes staged depictions of the Earth's formation and the creation of landmasses. While visually impressive for its time, its scientific accuracy has been questioned retrospectively.