Synopsis
Documentary which unravels the story of notorious performing whale Tilikum, who - unlike any orca in the wild - has taken the lives of several people while in captivity.
- Programme: Storyville
- Episode: Blackfish - The Whale that Killed
- Channel: BBC Four
- Broadcast year: 2013
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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