The Loneliest Whale: The Search for 52

About The Loneliest Whale: The Search for 52

"The Loneliest Whale: The Search for 52" is a captivating documentary that introduces audiences to the mystery of 52 Hertz, a whale isolated due to its unique sonic frequency of 52 Hertz, considered to be unlike any other whale. The film follows a team of scientists and researchers on their exciting maritime quest to find and communicate with this elusive creature, hoping to gather insights and promote a deeper understanding of the world's oceans and the creatures that inhabit them.

Making / Production

This heartwarming documentary is directed by Joshua Zeman and produced by Lucy Cooper and Leah Holzer, among others. Production was handled by companies such as Cinetic Media and Appian Way, who joined forces to bring this extraordinary story to life.

Actors

• Leonardo DiCaprio - Executive Producer, delivering a compelling narrative through his voiceover.
• Joshua Zeman - Director, the man behind capturing the compelling story of 52's solitude and the quest to find him.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The frequency of 52 Hertz is unheard of in the world of blue whales, who usually sing at frequencies between 10 and 40 Hertz. This unique frequency initially led researchers to believe that 52 was the last of its kind.
• The story of 52 even managed to capture the interest of the famous musician, Billie Eilish, who wrote a song about it titled "When I Was Older."

Music, Soundtrack

• Hildur Guðnadóttir and Sam Slater have created a captivating and atmospheric score, enhancing the mystery and loneliness encompassing 52's journey.