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Documentary Fridays (Potential Allergen)

The Cove (2009)
2026-09-25 14:00:00 2026-09-25 16:00:00 America/New_York Documentary Fridays (Potential Allergen) In this gripping documentary, a team of activists, filmmakers, and free divers expose the secret slaughter of dolphins in Taiji, Japan. Popcorn will be provided. Rated PG-13. Run time: 1hr 31min. Point Pleasant Borough Branch - Point Pleasant Borough Meeting Room

Friday, September 25
2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Point Pleasant Borough Branch

Point Pleasant Borough Meeting Room

In this gripping documentary, a team of activists, filmmakers, and free divers expose the secret slaughter of dolphins in Taiji, Japan. Popcorn will be provided. Rated PG-13. Run time: 1hr 31min.

In this gripping and award-winning documentary directed by Louie Psihoyos (Racing Extinction), a team of activists, filmmakers, and free divers led by former dolphin trainer Ric O’Barry expose the brutal secret slaughter of dolphins in Taiji, Japan. Using hidden cameras and high-stakes undercover tactics, they capture shocking footage of an industry hidden behind tradition and secrecy. Winner of the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Movie | Food |

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Point Pleasant Borough Branch
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