A Little Fish In Deep Water
(1995)
Golden Panda Award winner at Wildscreen 1996, A Little Fish In Deep Water is a pioneering portrayal of life in one of the world’s largest freshwater lakes. An in-depth exploration of speciation, the production centres on the cichlid family of fish. First colonising Lake Tanganyika millions of years ago, over two hundred separate species of cichlid have now evolved.
Award-winning filmmakers Mark Deeble and Victoria Stone use specialised underwater photography to record this intriguing family. Through their impressive cinematography the varied behaviour and bizarre breeding methods of these fascinating fish are brought to life. Memorable footage details a vibrant mouthbrooder releasing its young after incubating them between its lips.
Two miles deep, the lake teems with life, otters play around with inflated pufferfish, crocodiles stalk beneath the surface and cormorants dive into the crystal clear waters. Beautifully filmed, A Little Fish In Deep Water is an insightful glimpse into an astounding ecosystem and the incredible tenacity of its unique ‘little fish’.
