Do Not Disturb Nature

The film for this blog post, Inhuman Encounters at the End of the World, is not like any other film we have watched or analyzed in this class thus far. One important element and aspect that stood out to me while watching this film was the overall idea of not wanting to disturb nature. The scientist made it a point to mention their intent and full intention of not wanting to disturb the natural processes of nature within the animals while they study them. As this is a documentary type style that involves animals is was obviously nice to see and hear the good intentions of scientists in regard to their study of the animals. While most of the interactions in the film were positive and happy there were a few times that made me realize how nature isn’t always working with the animals in a positive manner. In the top picture, you see a penguin who has gotten off track with the rest of his group and will likely die as a result of this distract. The scientist and filmmakers stuck to their intentions of not wanting to interrupt the animals so they did not help the penguin to get back on track. While this was sad to see it served as a reminder and great example of what really happens in a penguin’s life.  The other photo shows scientists working with seals in hopes to learn more about their supply of milk. In doing so they mention that the technique in which they use causes very little harm and doesn’t really interfere with their day-to-day life.

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