Journey of water gets a world premiere in Devonport

A groundbreaking documentary about the critical process that sustains life on Earth is being launched in Plymouth. It uses new film techniques and surround sound audio to reveal the story of water's life cycle. Viewers will “travel“ alongside a single water molecule on a spectacular voyage from deep space to sea, almost as if they were there.

Different View, a local high-tech media production company run by a multi-award-winning team, used 360-degree cameras mounted on custom drones and underwater equipment to create vivid wraparound visuals.

The project attracted funding from the Government-backed Innovate UK agency because immersive video is emerging as a powerful educational tool.

The documentary, Precipita, showcases Plymouth’s natural habitats, emphasising the city’s role as a leader in marine conservation as it explores contemporary issues affecting our water supplies. Filmmakers collaborated with key local institutions like the National Aquarium, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, and Plymouth University to include the latest scientific research on the increasing environmental challenges facing our seas and oceans.

The world premiere of Precipita is this Friday (March 14), followed by scheduled screenings at the 15-metre Immersive Dome at Devonport’s Market Hall.