Saving Big Blue
One Girl, One Ocean, One Planet To Save
Project Overview
FORMAT
Disney/Pixar Style Animated Musical Feature Film - 90 Minutes
MUSIC
Four full-length original songs written and produced as “Proof of Concept & Enhanced Storytelling.”
GENRE
Family Friendly, Climate-Centric
Broad Audience Appeal
SUBGENRE
Enhanced Reality, Fantasy, Drama
THE WORLD
Present Day - Kamilo Beach, Hawaii
The Most Plastic Polluted Beach on the Planet
SHOW CROSS
Moana Meets Finding Nemo
A brave islander and a reluctant heir must unite to save the ocean from devastation, uniting marine life and humanity in a battle for survival.
Logline
On Kamilo Beach, the world’s most plastic-polluted shore, teenage islander Kalina and reluctant heir Tai Nakamura form an unexpected alliance to combat ocean devastation.
With the backing of their marine allies, they confront pollution, climate change, and corporate greed.
Their anthem, "Pollution Revolution," along with other powerful songs like "Rise Like the Tide," sparks a movement beyond the sea.
As the tide shifts, so does their fate — will they save Big Blue before it's too late?
Snappy
Summary
Why This Film Matters
Climate Change Centric Environment Relevance
Addresses critical global issues in an accessible, family-friendly format:
Plastic pollution and its impact on marine ecosystems.
Climate change and rising sea levels.
The importance of conservation and sustainability.
Empowers audiences to act, showing that every small step can lead to big change.
Appeals to eco-conscious viewers and aligns with the rising demand for green media content.
THEMES
Environmentalism
Addressing plastic pollution, overfishing, coral bleaching, and the fragility of ecosystems.
Social and Economic Inequality
Highlighted through displacement and exploitation of vulnerable communities (both human and marine).
Legacy and Identity
Kalina’s family heritage is tied directly to Hawaiian culture and its responsibility to protect the land and ocean.
Unity
Humans and marine life must work together to save their shared world.
Symbolism and Parables
Fish Displacement: Mirrors human communities impacted by pollution and inequality.
Fishing Nets: Represent industrial greed and carelessness, causing widespread destruction.
Legendary Ocean Current: A metaphor for hope and the possibility of a better future.
Songs That Inspire Change
Each song symbolizes a pivotal moment in the story, enriching character development and motivating the audience to engage with the film’s urgent message. For today’s youth—growing up in a world increasingly affected by climate change, plastic pollution, and environmental degradation—these songs offer a call to action and a source of hope.
Original Soundtrack
Pollution Revolution
A rousing call to action.World Gone Mad
A soulful expression of Kalina’s journey.Currents of the Heart
Tai Nakamura, co-lead, establishes his character, emotional state, fears, anxiety, and the beginning of his character arc.Rise Like the Tide
A powerful Kalina and Tai duo marking a turning point in the film, inspiring action.
Why It Matters
Elevates the film to a cultural phenomenon.
Memorable, inspiring songs that blend entertainment with a message of hope.
Cross-Appeal
Songs that resonate with families and audiences of all ages.