Reaching Blue is a documentary that explores a coastal way of life under threat, finding hope in stories of the past while confronting the environmental challenges of the future. Working closely with directors Andy Robertson and Ian Hinkle, Studio X Labs provided sound design, dialogue editing, and the final theatrical mix for this visually stunning documentary.
Reaching Blue follows a writer, an oyster farmer, and an ocean scientist as they reveal the changing ecology of British Columbia’s Salish Sea. Featuring footage captured by twenty-two cinematographers using deep-sea submersibles, research vessels, and aerial drones, the film presents a breathtaking portrait of the Pacific coast while highlighting our collective connection to the world’s oceans.
The filmmakers placed a strong emphasis on creating an immersive sonic environment that supported the emotional storytelling. Studio X Labs worked closely with the directors to craft an authentic and cinematic soundscape that complemented the film’s remarkable visuals.
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2015 Leo Awards Nominations
Best Short Documentary Program
Best Cinematography in a Documentary Program
Best Sound Editing in a Documentary Program
