Outdoors SUGGESTED $10 DONATION
Great Friends Meeting House
21 Farewell St, Newport, RI
ABOUT THE FILM: Terry is a legendary figure in Baja Mexico, an American veteran who has spent decades living on—and in—the water. Once a man burdened by a troubled past, Terry’s life was transformed by an unlikely friendship with Willy, a 22-foot oceanic manta ray. For nearly two decades, Willy would slap his wings against the hull of Terry’s sailboat to signal their next dive, and together they explored the ocean’s depths—an extraordinary bond that turned Terry into an unexpected conservationist. Now in his 80’s, Terry embarks on one final journey to a remote island in hopes of reuniting with his old friend. But he’s also searching for something deeper: peace, closure, and a chance to say goodbye. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Cody Sheehy and produced by acclaimed Mark Monroe, The Last Dive is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant documentary that invites viewers to reflect on our connection to the natural world—and the wild, mysterious creatures that help us find our place in it.
DISCLAIMER:
This film contains imagery of animal harm and features human interactions with manta rays that are no longer permitted or recommended.
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| 6:00 PM : | Venue Opens |
|---|---|
| 7:00 PM: | Live Music by Dave Flamand |
| Pre-film Conversation: | Cody Sheehy (Director) and Brent Lang (Executive Editor, Variety) |
| 8:40 PM: | Film Begins |
| Rain Venue : | Rain Venue: Casino Theatre (10 Freebody St, Newport); Please note that though our weekly film screenings do not require a RSVP, the back up rain venues are more limited in capacity than our outdoor venues. Please note that your RSVP does NOT guarantee a seat in the event that we move indoors due to rain. Seating is first come, first served and we recommend arriving at least 30 minutes prior to the start of film. |
| Food Vendors : | Ben and Jerry's, Boru, Rising Tide BBQ, Hometown Poke |
| Parking : | Street parking will be available |
| Run time: | 88 min |
| Directors: | Cody Sheehy |
| Producers: | Mark Monroe, Randy Gebhardt, Christopher Gebhardt, Jana Edelbaum, Rachel Cohen |
| Executive Producers: | Ted Haddock, Erin Bernhardt, Chris Stolte, Heidi Stolte |
| Cinematographers: | Chance Falkner |
