2020 Whale Watching Documentary: A Year In My Life
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This film is a compilation and story of the very best whale watching encounters I had in 2020. Narrated by Domenic Biagini and filmed by:
Domenic Biagini @DolphinDroneDom
Erin Chandler @Girlmeetsshark
Kyle Henderson @Hendo_k_
Jennifer Butcher @Jbunz
Kyle Christensen @Bluelifewild
Taylor Parent @Taylor.Parent
I am lying in bed battling covid19. Had the scariest night of my life from not being able to breathe. These images reminded me of just how beautiful and precious life really is and that I want to live it. The Creator lives!
I hope you are feeling better
@@yobearpct4438 Hi! It's been three weeks of being sick, but I am going to make it. Feeling a lot better. I still have headaches and dizzy spells but I am so thankfull to be moving forward. Thankyou so much for your message. I hope you are well.
You can make it
I hope you are feeling better. Some of my friends have had covid, it does not sound fun. Best wishes :)
@@lizellemarais1258 I just got out of the hospital, too! I didn’t have Covid, but am lucky to be alive. This is the perfect video to watch after a life changing illness! 🥰
This film deserves a million views. Best whale documentary ever!!!!!
Please! You ruined this with the erratic sound levels! It makes it unwatchable!
@Alan Blanco Music&Gaming Oh I thought it was me cz i was watching last night at 2 am and kept lowering the volume because i didn't want to wake the neighbours
@@noahschwartz2270 Get over it ! How many movies have you watched when they're talking and you have to turn up the volume then either an action or climatic scene comes and you're turning it down. I know there are plenty! This guy isn't a pro, he just took us along on his incredible journey and shared beautiful gifts. You should have been kinder in your comment. You won't be so smug when he wins an Oscar!
@@frankservant5754 You're obviously very envious that this wasn't you.
@@hayleynadel6808 well he isn't going to win an Oscar for the soundtrack! Sorry for triggering you!
In the last 40 minutes I have felt joy, excitement, sadness, guilt, grief, and finally commitment to do whatever I can, however small it might be, in helping to preserve our sea life. Being able to watch these amazing creatures is such a gift, I don't know how we have taken this for granted and turned our heads to the horrors they've gone thru just to live in THEIR HOME for so long. Imagine if some thing stormed into YOUR home and tortured you this way. It's time for ALL OF US to do our small part.
AMEN!!! I'm watching this for the first time right now & I couldn't agree with you more! WE MUST DO BETTER!
This is hands down the best whale documentary I've ever seen. What a privilege to be able to see the beauty of this world that you do. And I think we all needed this video as 2020 was such a bad year for many of us and seeing these beautiful creatures is just like healing.
Seeing videos like this makes me appreciate how beautiful our planet is.
Absolutely well done, fantastic, informative and even spiritual. Thank you very much.
I REALLY ENJOYED WATCHING THIS THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS VIDEO SO RELAXING💛💙💜💚❤
i liked this too.
Most amazing animals. Had we made them extinct, as we came way too close to doing, I *might have agreed* with the Progressive narrative that humanity is the scourge of the Earth and should be downsized or self exterminated.
Words cannot describe this bueaty .... This is the type of film I can watch endlessly
That’s not beauty
Melts away stress.
Breathtaking
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I’ve already watched it 3 times! ☺️
I’ve been crying from the moment this documentary started till the end. I’m not a very sensitive person. This documentary has cracked my heart wide open in the most needed way. It was like seeing proof of God. The words “thank you” are all I can muster. So, Thank You 🙏🏽
I have watched this doc so many times, and the blue whale footage alone has brought me immeasurable peace & tranquility in some of the most trying times I have experienced in my 53yrs of life. Words cannot thank you enough Dom. This footage is amazingly indescribable
Same feelings I got. And the number of screenshots I took……Coincidentally you are my agemate. 👋 age mate
My three years old daughter is super into whales. This documentary is the most heart warming thing I watched in my life. Thank you so much!
It's still a beautiful world. You have no idea how much I appreciate your film, I happen to find it just when I need it the most. Greetings from Argentina. Stay safe.
Me too from Michigan!! Stay well.
Masterpiece..the final 10 minutes was incredible..the footage of the swarm around your boat was gold! Thankyou.
Yes it was!
Tears keep dropping from my eyes when seeing those beautiful whales interacted with you. Seems they have a power of healing, deep into your heart. Amazing! Amazing! Thank you for filming such beautiful creatures.
This is a great documentary!! I worked on the oil rig, off Santa Barbara, For over 30 years. I have never got tired of watching these majestic creatures!! They are Amazing!!!
THANK YOU for sharing your magical moments. And respecting the animal's. I am 3 hours south of Chicago. I'm a horseman. My health isn't good enough to go out on the ocean's to view the miraculous sea life that you have shared. I've dreamt of swimming with or watching dolphins and whales my entire life. I'm sick, in bed, and your video brought me such happiness. It gives me hope. Thank you.
Dear Domenic, your film saves this year!!! Yes, it does!! It's just made me realize that this unique year I've fallen in love with cetaceans, went to Arctic to free dive into the cold waters to see its beauty, and was lucky enough to see the minke whales. Your film is inspiring and yet sober for people to get how much harm they make to the nature. Wish you and your marine friends all the warmest and best moments in the new year - good luck with your beautiful and fair work! -Vera
i'm not usually one to comment on youtube videos, but this genuinely one of the most beautiful videos i've seen on the internet. i've been watching this same video for over a month now and i'm still stunned by the incredibly raw beauty in every shot,, kudos to you man, you've created a work of art.
I found myself deeply moved watching this. It was hard to hold back the tears at times.. but we need this. The world needs this. It's not just humans on this planet... how often we forget. Thank you for reminding us.
Just watched this with my 2 kids and I was crying watching this. The beauty you captured moved me to tears. Well done!!
We, Humans, have a long way to go to reverse the immense trashing of our oceans. It all starts with magnificent footage like yours to educate and inspire all of humanity for a better, cleaner, and healthier earth.
No words can be used to describe how amazing this video is. I was reluctant to watch it initially by looking at the length of the video. But with no regrets, this video actually made me glued to it from beginning to the end. Never would I thought that watching a whale documentary can bring tears to my eyes. The great combination of your calm narration tone with the superb background music, not only bring tears of sadness but also tears of joy. Your narration able to make me feel the suffering of the entangled humpback with the human net, the happiness of the humpback (Snowflake) when having a reunion with you, as well as the joyfulness of the group of dolphins greeting your boat like an old friend. I truly agreed with what you mentioned about the dolphins who always steal the show in a whale watching tour. To be honest, they are actually the ones that bring us joy when the whole boat of human not having luck with whale watching. There will always be a pod of dolphins jumping and swimming around the boats in such occassions. I always believe they were actually there to cheer up human for not able to watch a whale. This video is truly amazing but I believe it is not as amazing as what you had encountered with your own eyes in the year 2020. Thank you for sharing such a great video and educate us more about these wonderful sea creatures. You have bring many joy to lots of us here watching the video. Stay safe and continue your ocean journey for as long as you can. Greetings from Malaysia~
Hey...U literally brought tears in my eyes thru ur soothing voice, and YOUR love for these creatures,increased my love and interest for them as well. Thnku so much u just literally melted my heart. I couldn't imagine a world without these.
It's the dream of my life to see a Blue Whale. I hope to come there soon. Love from Mumbai, India.
I hope you get your dream.
I as well hope you get to fulfill your dream. It's a surreal experience.
A wonderful dream to have...possible to see blues on the south coast of Sri Lanka in December or Jan, fyi.
Me too!
Numero Uno on my bucket list. Has been since I was 10 years old. I just need to stop talking and do it. Money is only an object. The experience is once in a lifetime.
The cinematography was absolutely exquisite! I’ve never seen such beautiful crystal like ocean water in a documentary before. You are a true artist. Thank you.
Words really fail me while watching your videos. Not only do you show beautiful footage but also the concerns of the wellbeing of these creatures. Love how informative you are and your voice sounds soothing during narration; fitting for these videos. Thank you so much, Dom!💗
Thank you for bringing the World closer to us now when traveling to the World is not an option. Breathtaking captures, beautiful serene settings and a respectful narration left me teary and thrilled. Thank you!
I genuinely believe that this documentary is the best documentary created. No words can explain. That was literally the best 44 mins of my life. Thank you ❤️
I have never experienced such beautiful images and videos of these sacred whales💗 Thank you so much for this gift and for offering this knowledge 🙏
It's crazy to think something that huge lives in the ocean.its Truley amazing
Perhaps you should see how big the ocean is! No put down intended.
Gosh...I am weeping tears of joy, these images are so profound and touched me deeply. Thank you, so much for sharing these lovely images with us. As an illustrator and lover of nature, you got me hooked, not to mention I adore water. Last week I swam with our Northcoast Redwood Seal population near Eureka, CA, which brought me here. I want more!!!❤
AN ABSOLUTE MUST SEE !!! Thank you Dolphindrone Dom for all the hours of cutting and editing to present us with one of the most spectacular whale documentaries . I still can't get over that drone footage , my god ......👍
Obviously all of these creatures are undeniably beautiful! So calming and peaceful. But I will say that my most favorite of all is the Orca. I must admit that I'd never seen a Minke whale before, so I thank you for this amazing documentary 💕
The fact that baby blue whales are being nurtured and increasing in numbers is a beautiful miracle. Cetaceans are a divine gift to humankind. Thank you for filming this.The commercial fishing has to be monitored so no more whales ever get caught in these nets. Please respect these magnificent mammals and keep a distance which is healthy for them.Hooray for minke mittens !
Snowflake the humpback whale is so awesome! Your so blessed! Thank You for sharing your life with us ❤🐳😍
Breathtaking beauty and heartbreaking reality makes for a seriously powerful film. Perfectly scored as well. This one deserves an Oscar.
So incredibly majestic. Thank you for sharing your amazing captures from this crazy year. Truly therapeutic.
This is absolutely wonderful! Thank you. Watching these amazing creatures was such joy. I felte a deep sense of peace and familiarity with these fellow creatures. You are truly blessed!
Hands down the most gorgeous thing I've watched in ages. I've sobbed x
I was glued to this from beginning to end.....you may have taken some of the most incredible images I've ever seen of Whales with you're drones, the only way to describe how you'll feel watching this, is in "AWE" and how something like a human dancing video goes viral around the World and something like this does not, is just wrong
Not Wrong!
For nearly an hour, you literally took me away from my suffocating life. I appreciate you and your work so much. Thank you.
You know what, no joke. I was watching about half of the video when I thought "Oh my, this guy has a great taste in music. The only thing thats missing is Passengers "Spacewalk". And then it REALLY CAME UP this is sooo crazy. I loved it. You made my day.
Your obvious glee as you mentioned Snowflake's barnacles & the fact that you could hear them moving, along with your "Hi Buddy !!" was such a beautiful moment you shared with everyone. it reminded me of when I saw my pup that had been with my friend for about 5 months and how glad I was to see him and that he was so healthy and happy, and how he seemed so happy to see me too....how that made me feel. I could feel your absolute wonderment and thrill that Snowflake had once again found you in the vast ocean. So moving !!
So graceful, such beauty that is ours but most of us don't appreciate or consider that when we fill their home with garbage, just heartbreaking..heavenly music.Thank you.
Very well put👍
@@dooood66 Thank You 👍.
There is something just transcendent and special about Cetaceans. Yay, glad to discover DolphinDrone; thank you so much for this uplifting footage and your hours of dedication!
Oh humanity! May we please wake up! Thank you for this glorious gift of insight. Send my love to the whales, the dolphins, the fish, the birds, every living thing.
One of the best whale documentaries 🥺♥️ It's so fascinating to see how our mind calms down to this kind documentary. Also the music and the quality of the videography 🥺♥️
I went on a whale watching tour in September as a birthday gift for myself, and honestly the documentary recited exactly how I felt when I was at sea, looking at those magnificent animals, feeling so small in front of the ocean and so grateful for the opportunity of seeing these animals in person, in nature. It is really fun and worth taking. It was such a hard time but the tour was definitely my best decision in 2020. Thank you for bringing back my memories and the exact feelings through your narration. Such a pure therapeutic scene! Thank you!
You are literally living my dream, I'm so jealous.
Mine too, i love them 💞
And mine ! 😍
Mine too, I have never wanted to protect anything as much as whales. Thanks for sharing.
Mine too ::))
You only live once (as far as I know) go and see these magestical beings if you can. I'm house bound waiting for surgery so I might hopefully walk again. We don't know how lucky and free (the government would like you to think your free while clocking in and out of a 9 to 5 which you may hate, if u enjoy these jobs they are immensely important, that has been proven during the pandemic) but I mean free on the water living in a boat, follow your dreams. Blessings all 🙏 also wishing the best for everyone from Scotland..🙏🏴🌹
These finned people are so deeply connected to a spiritual power, it fills my soul with pure joy.....whales, dolphins and sharks alike, aquatic druids if you will. The beautiful photography and the wonderful ‘stream of consciousness’ made this THE most exquisite film I’ve ever seen about these magical beings EVER! Thank you for the soul healing, my day has been made whole. Susan Cruise, Australia ♥️♥️💫
I grew up in southern cali - and miss it everyday of my life. THANK YOU for tis film - what a treasure.
A wonderful experience, thank you. I hope you show more of these with the whales in wrapped in nets. People really need to see this and put on the spot to what is happening and hopefully they will start to care more. The oceans have never been more in threat then they are today!!!!
2020 was a pretty good year I'd guess - much less ships going around, so the waters were more silent, giving these whales some rest.
Amen amen amen.. I thought finally thro covid, nature has a chance to rest and rejuvenate. Sad it had to be a deadly virus that brought such peace.
@@PsYcoPink hate to break it to you both but we managed to keep heading in the wrong direction on just about every aspect regarding our attempts to destroy nature. our own and theirs.
I’ve never been able to rid the urge to hug whales. They’re so gorgeous and gentle.
I am at home isolated with covid-19 trying to recover. What a great day for me to be able to see this. I have been very attached to the ocean and water my whole life. I was an ocean lifeguard for over 10 years and have surfed many places around the world, including the Indian Ocean out on a boat Unfortunately I have seen very few whales, and those I have seen have been quite a distance away. I have been in close proximity with dolphins many many times and what a joy they are. This made me want to go out whale watching. After seeing your work, I would like to go out on your boat! This gives me great consolation about our great Creator, God the Father. He created these beautiful creatures for us to enjoy and these interactions are no coincidence. What a great Artist He is! This film has greatly increased the beautiful wonder I have for Him in my heart. The musical score of your film is beautiful and certainly adds to the whole experience that you have provided to us. Thank you for creating this beautiful account of 2020!
I’m loving the Nemo background song !
This film has me in all the feels...spectacular!! You are truly blessed to have these opportunities and I'm thankful that you share them🥰🐋🐬🐳🦈
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your ocean journey this has to be one of the most amazing and exciting documenterys that I have ever seen.Thank you for showing us images that would have been impossible for us to see in any other way.
Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures with us! Even if I've never seen a whale live, I have to say that these animals touch me in my heart. Greetings from germany and thanks so much! 👌🏻☀️
The ocean is pretty damn magical. I live in Kona, Hawaii and I can’t get enough of the ocean. I’m in it 4-5 times a week, and every time it gets better and better 😊
The quality of this footage is amazing! It beats a lot of the "blue planet" type shows I've seen. Why are you not more popular?! Thanks for making this.
I hope the creators of this stunning film sees my comments.....The footage is beyond words, without question. BUT the tone and cadence used in the narration equally adds a sense of calm & clearly a warm feeling to genuinely wanted to share with us all. Two words ~ Thank you!
I cried watching this documentary...the world out there is so beautiful.
This video was able to bring me so much happiness that I wasn't able feel all the year. It brought me tears of happiness and sadness, in some specific moments. Really beautiful and powerful video! Thank you for sharing it with us! If I could I would leave everything just to go study these incredible animals.
Just as your friend the whale came to you when you needed it the most, this wonderful documentary came to me in a dark moment and completely lightened it up. Thank you so much for sharing this!!! Stay safe, and your ocean friends as well
I cried when I saw it. Thank you. God bless you!
Lost my job because my mum had COVID and been the only child had to attend to her. Documentary like this make me believe it’s still not over. I will still push
I wonder if they are as fascinated about seeing us as we are of them? And do they think we are so amazing like we think of them? I do pray I get to see them in their natural environment one day. This was such a beautiful film. Thank you for making it.
10:16 OMG... that moment gave me goosebumps... Orcas are the most beautiful and impressive animals in the world for me... And thats why I'm getting an orca tatoo soon. I would die to see a real wild one...
If you go to British Columbia, Canada, you can often see Orcas. They sometimes follow the ferry ships between Vancouver Island and the mainland
I Love Orcas!
WOWWW!!! THANK YOU!!! I really appreciate this visually pleasing work of ART! Keep Well!
I just randomly typed whale documentaries and this video appeared.. I'm so thankful for that... This is the best 44 mins in my life!!! The best whale documentary ever!!!
I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this. And for knowing that so many people needed this, after going through a traumatic couple of years. Ever since I was a tiny kid and my dad took me on my first whale watch, these gentle sea giants have completely captivated my soul. You're my favorite Instagram account, and I'm so happy I found this documentary you made! Keep up the phenomenal work. 🐳
Thank you! thank you! thank you‼️ this just put my failing heart at ease, God bless everyone in 2021🙏❤️
Lisa what is happening with your heart? Please believe that the body can heal itself. Do some research Dr. Dean Ornish also Dr. William Li. Prayers and meditation like watching this incredible documentary connecting w nature. Forest Bathing. Sending love and prayers.
Same here. I hope you're doing well. Lifes been tough. This sure helps huh?
When finding Nemo's music started playing after showing us blue whales i started sobbing. this is the best movie ive ever seen.
Words can't do justice...just beautiful. One of the best I've ever seen.
This is the 4K content I've been looking for. Every shot is nothing short of breathtaking. Truly magnificent and just..awe inspiring.
Thank you Dom! This made my day. We didn’t get to go Whale watching this last season due to COVID but you have inspired me to make a trip happen ASAP. Your film is remarkable! I live in San Diego and cherish the ocean and the life in it.
Speechless. Spellbound. Enchanted music with spectacular visuals. Couldn’t hold the tears of joy ❤ thank you for creating this piece of art ❤
Absolutely phenominal. Unforgettable, beautiful, even spiritual❤
How the heck do you figure its spiritual?? Why are all of your comments something regarding worship of these animals?
Absolutely cinematic and awe inspiring! Sharing with everyone who needs a breathe of air. If there was one thing I would teeny tiniest wish for, it’s to have audio, especially of the Humpbacks. I wonder if you have been blessed with a name from your friend. Thank you for this, heartfelt accolades and appreciation!
Whales are the most beautiful creature in the sea and must be protected.
Amazing filming. Really feel privileged to see these giants through your lens…wow…❤
I'm watching this in June 2022 having made up my mind to realise my dream of whale watching. I lost my precious younger sister to Covid in 2020. None of my siblings have lived beyond the age of 68 so as I approach my 66th birthday in October it's time hopefully to experience a minuscule of the wonders filmed here. Thank you.
I am the only one who found this documentary so soothing that I've fallen asleep for 2 hours...😅😅
It's almost 3 a.m.& I can't sleep. I've never been so thrilled to have insomnia because I'm planning the trip of a lifetime. Soothing, yes ... Life-altering, hell yes !... What a wonderful gift he gave us (and I didn't get him anything😕. )
@UCZW8Mh9bQkVi_GA8yaLPYGg I watched the video about midnight and haven't been to sleep since. Its 4:10 a.m. right now.>> I saved it though so I could show my son & my future daughter-in-lawI. 'm taking them on a trip with me as a future wedding present
I can’t explain how special I feel watching this video. Thank you so much for being you so that the world comes to you and the whales come for you. Amazing job, thank you so much.
This is exactly what I needed this beautiful morning what an incredible adventure thank you for sharing I'm saving this so if I'm ever feeling down I will watch it make me feel wonderful the music is lovely, my cat Poo loves it too
One last thing I'd like to say is this is the most fun I've had watching this videos in 6 months. Clean and clear. 😊😀🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🌊🌊🌊🌊🦈🐳🐋🐬🦈🐳🐋🐬🦈🐳🐋🐬🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊♥️👍💪✌️🙏
Thank you so much for sharing this! Thank you for appreciating these moments. One day, I hope to do the same. Also, the amount of respect you have for these animals, amazing. Keep up the excellent working, going to watch 2021 now while anxiously awaiting 2022!
This was done just as well ,or better than most animal documentaries I watch on TV! You're talented!
The humpback whale is like performing synchronised water dancing ....so gentle...😘n beautiful...
I am closer to 90 then 80 years of age. Had trouble with the weed control sprayer. Actually had to give up. Went to You Tube. And...... YOU surprised me and made MY DAY!!! I loved every moment of your above - under and at the boat level - journey. And felt sad seeing that scene of a whale caught in a net, I even wondered if I too was part of the problem, consuming fish caught in the kind of net you filmed. Thanks for giving this old man the PURE enjoyment your video gave me. Bob D
Best thing I've seen all year. Thanks so much!
Man, this is beautiful...The blue whale shots are priceless!!
Just WoW! ❤️ Very Much Grateful to Mother Earth & it's Natural Environment & Grateful to Wonderful Humans like U Domenic & Ur Team Beings for being so Gracious & Generous to Share Ur AmaZing Experience of being Closest to the Nature!🌄 Hat's Off & Kudos to U for Bringing the Wilderness to Our Homely Lives!🙏
I cried ! Then I cried again..oh jeez. I’m going out this weekend to San Diego to watch . Can’t wait !
Let's all hope when we are long gone these beautiful mammals are still thriving 🤞🏽🙏🏽
This is magnificent, more people need to see this!!
25:00, 😯😯😯😯😯😯😯😯
What an EPIC movie. By far the most beautiful marine life doc I’ve seen yet. Thank you for sharing these images.
It is the best documentary on whales I have seen in 10 plus years. Truly defines how magnificent life on earth is!!!
That was like a fresh air in the depressive lockdown days, thank you for everything!
Just watched this, thank you so much, it was absolutely beautiful and joyous!
It’s incredible indeed . Thank you for giving this opportunity to be part of ur beautiful journey. I love watching animals, specially oceans and seas . And whales and penguins are my favorite ☺️. I wish one day I get to be there and watch it , witness all of these in person. Thank you .
I have no words to say. Felt like I live inside the ocean.thank you for this video. May God bless you.