The Deep Med

A captivating documentary with never-before-seen footage from the bottom of the Mediterranean. Unknown creatures, alluring landscapes, and vast biodiversity. Places inaccessible for an ordinary diver where only 1 % of sunlight reaches. The film’s protagonist, French photographer Laurent Ballesta, is renowned for his expeditions exploring underwater life—uncharted territories, previously unseen images, and journeys pusing man’s limits. The common themes of Ballesta’s work can be found in his latest odyssey at the bottom of the Mediterranean. For 28 days, Ballesta captured footage of this underwater ecosystem. These images carry a long-term scientific value for global research of oceanic depths. (Academia Film Olomouc)