Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution arm of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, is excited to announce the North American VOD release of two impactful environmental documentaries from director Louie Psihoyos: The Cove and Racing Extinction. Both films will be available for rent or purchase across all major North American digital HD platforms, including internet, cable, and satellite, starting December 3, 2024.
The Cove follows a team of activists, filmmakers, and freedivers as they expose a deadly secret in a remote Japanese cove. Led by Ric O’Barry, a renowned dolphin trainer turned activist, the team uses state-of-the-art equipment to infiltrate the cove near Taiji, Japan, uncovering shocking animal abuse and a hidden threat to human health. The documentary blends investigative journalism, eco-adventure, and stunning visuals to deliver a courageous and thought-provoking story that sparked widespread outrage and action. The Cove won the 2009 Academy Award® for Best Documentary and was produced by Fisher Stevens and Paula DuPré Pesman, with participation from Ric O’Barry, Hayden Panettiere, Isabel Lucas, and director Louie Psihoyos.
Racing Extinction takes viewers on a global journey with artists and activists who uncover the hidden world of endangered species and the race to protect them from human-induced extinction. The film uses high-tech tactics to infiltrate dangerous black markets and expose the connection between carbon emissions and species loss. Featuring breathtaking footage, Racing Extinction challenges the way we view the world and the environment. The film features prominent figures like Jane Goodall and Elon Musk, and was written by Mark Monroe and produced by Olivia Ahnemann and Fisher Stevens.
Filmmaker Louie Psihoyos, who won an Academy Award® for The Cove, said, “The Cove was our first film, and it became one of the most successful documentaries in film history. It swept all the film guilds, and it was my dream to create something that would have a lasting impact. If you liked The Cove, you’ll love Racing Extinction.”
