By Daily Press staff
The public this weekend has a chance to peer into the lives of sea lions who live off of the California coast.
The aquarium is showcasing the award-winning Rio Films documentary “California Sea Lions — An Unforgettable Encounter.”
The movie is a 40-minute film that journeys through the mysterious world of sea lions off the California coast. The movie is narrated by “Lord of the Rings” actor Sean Astin.
“We are all excited about this partnership,” said Alan De Herrera, director and producer of the film. “The Santa Monica Pier Aquarium is a wonderful organization, and it’s vital that they raise enough funds each year to continue their educational programs. Their willingness to partner with us demonstrates how serious we both are in communicating our environmental message to the public.”
The aquarium is a marine science aquarium located at the beach level, just below the historic carousel at the Santa Monica Pier.
The shows are on March 12 and 13 on the hour from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., with a screening on Saturday at 4 p.m. that will include a discussion with the filmmaker.
To learn more about Rio Films, visit www.riofilms.com. Video of public meetings archived online
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on March 11, 2005. Read the original PDF.