Craig Foster
Craig Foster is a South African filmmaker and conservationist best known for his work on the Academy Award-winning documentary 'My Octopus Teacher,' which chronicles his unique relationship with an octopus in a South African kelp forest. His passion for nature and marine conservation extends beyond filmmaking; he is also the founder of the Sea Change Project, which focuses on environmental education and awareness. Foster's work emphasizes the importance of connecting with the natural world and promotes sustainable practices to protect marine ecosystems.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 50,210 | $2,700,000 | 2,077$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 28,863 | $2,700,000 | 1,148$ |
| Totals | 2 | 133,159,522 | 79,073 | $5,400,000 | 3,225$ |
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United Kingdom:
Craig Foster is known for the documentary The Octopus Teacher, which tells the story of his relationship with an octopus.
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France:
Craig Foster is the South African director who fell in love with an octopus and won an Oscar for his documentary.
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Australia:
Postecoglou's contract wasn’t renewed after his famous on-air bust-up with Craig Foster.
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Croatia:
Craig Foster is the director of the documentary My Octopus Teacher, where he spent a year with an octopus.
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South Africa:
Craig Foster is best known for the Academy Award-winning documentary film My Octopus Teacher and is the founder of the Sea Change Project.
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