The survival of the fishing industry is on the line in this passionate, revelatory doc that exposes deepening threats to local fishing communities and public health. Generations of fishermen from Gloucester, Mass struggle with a Catch -22 dilemma (“can’t stay in” and “can’t get out”) due to “unschooled” consumer demand that conflicts with ocean supply – Americans eat only 5 varieties of fish, 90% of which is imported. Celebrated chefs like Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin are leading a new Catch-of-the-Day revival focused on local, sustainable fish to diversify consumer palates and honor those who risk their lives to harvest from the sea.
