Fascination of the Deep Sea

Faszination Tiefsee - Expedition zum Grund der Meere is a documentary that examines the largely unexplored regions of the deep ocean. The film uses rare underwater footage to showcase unusual marine life and explores the fragility of these habitats. It focuses on the conflict between the importance of these ecosystems for the planet's future and the threats posed by human resource extraction.

The film was written and directed by Martin Papirowski. It is a German production created through a collaboration between WDR/Arte, Film Produktion Stein e.K., and men@work Media Services S.R.L. Released on March 3, 2026, the documentary has a runtime of 90 minutes.