A glimpse into the rich history of the American-made World War II minesweeper which was converted into a terry boat and later transformed by Jacques Cousteau into the Calypso, and which is now readied for an Amazon adventure.
The first of a series on Jacques Cousteau's 18-month trip through Brazil's Amazonian region. Cousteau's team begins its journey at the river's source in the Andes and travels through some of Brazil's thickest jungles. Included: rare footage of a pink dolphin and other wildlife; a look at native life. Narrator: Joseph Campanella.
Also known as 'Indians of the Amazon'. The area's Indian populations, some who refuse contact with "civilization," and others who don traditional dress for tourists' pleasure, are threatened by the modern world. Joseph Campanella narrates.
Also known as 'River of Gold'. Examined: efforts by authorities to end poaching in Amazonia, and poaching's effect on the region's wildlife. Also: government attempts to tame the jungle with agricultural projects.
In order to expose the alterations made by humans to Amazonia, the Calypso teams visit regions of the forest where modern technology has tried to tame the jungle.
Tracing the processing and trafficking of cocaine in South America. Jean-Michel examines a coca plant's leaves (from which cocaine is derived); its use by the people of South America in their daily diet and cultural rituals; efforts by the governments of Peru, Bolivia and Colombia to stop production and sale of the highly addictive substance; and extreme methods used to treat addicts.
