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The Ark
Project type
360 Video, Documentary, Physical Build
Date
2016
The Ark is an immersive documentary that chronicles global conservation efforts to save the Northern White Rhinoceros, one of the world's most endangered species. As of 2024, only two Northern White Rhinos remain, both females residing under constant protection at Kenya's Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
In 2016, during the production of The Ark, two pivotal conservation initiatives were underway:
San Diego Zoo Safari Park: Focused on cloning research and DNA preservation to ensure the species' genetic material is safeguarded for potential future revival.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya: Provided 24/7 armed protection for the last remaining Northern White Rhinos in the wild, safeguarding them from poaching threats.
The film was shot using early 360-degree camera technologies on location in both San Diego and Kenya, offering viewers an immersive experience into the rhinos' habitats and the dedicated efforts to save them.
The Ark premiered at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival as part of the festival's inaugural immersive program. The premiere featured a set designed to replicate the shipping containers used for rhino transport, enhancing the immersive experience.
Following its premiere, The Ark has been internationally distributed and licensed by several platforms, including Hulu, bringing global attention to the plight of the Northern White Rhinoceros and the ongoing conservation efforts.
