An animated documentary exploring the parallel loss of marine biodiversity and Gaelic culture and language in Scotland. Six interviews with researchers and practitioners,explore marine ecosystems, capitalism, and rewilding alongside a fully animated visual story. The hand-painted animation is based on underwater sketches, giving it a dreamlike yet accurate look.

Dùthchas: Our Underwater Forests poster

Dùthchas: Our Underwater Forests (2026)

September 29, 2026

AnimationDocumentary

Director: Viola Madau

An animated documentary exploring the parallel loss of marine biodiversity and Gaelic culture and language in Scotland. Six interviews with researchers and practitioners,explore marine ecosystems, capitalism, and rewilding alongside a fully animated visual story. The hand-painted animation is based on underwater sketches, giving it a dreamlike yet accurate look.

Director

Viola Madau Viola Madau