Pure Elbe
1,000 km through the Elbe
Our documentary film Pure Elbe portrays the impressive journey of Prof. Dr. Andreas Fath: in 2024, he swam the entire Elbe – 1,000 km, from source to mouth. The spectacular swimming achievement was accompanied by a comprehensive awareness campaign and educational programs for young people to foster sustainable thinking. Filmmaker Shane Thomas McMillan was part of the team himself and captured the journey in a powerful film.
The documentary shows the challenges and experiences of extreme swimming and highlights the urgent need to protect our waters from plastic pollution. With breathtaking imagery and captivating interviews, the film brings the core themes of the project to life and inspires reflection and action.
Pure Elbe is more than just a film – it is a call to take responsibility and actively contribute to solving the plastic problem. The film is perfectly suited for screenings in schools, environmental events, cinemas, and other public venues to foster awareness of water protection and sustainability.
Bis ins Meer
2,700 km swimming through the Danube
In spring 2022, Prof. Dr. Andreas Fath embarked on an extraordinary adventure: he swam the entire Danube – 2,700 kilometers through ten countries, from its source to its mouth in the Black Sea. With every stroke, he drew attention to the alarming levels of microplastic pollution in rivers. The expedition was accompanied by scientific measurements, numerous educational activities for young people, and an international dialogue on nature conservation.
Filmmaker Shane Thomas McMillan documented the expedition impressively, capturing the challenges, encounters, and breathtaking landscapes along the world’s most international river.
The artistic and contemplative film not only portrays an outstanding athletic feat, but also illustrates the urgent need to protect our rivers and seas. Through emotional interviews and stunning imagery, the scale of microplastic pollution becomes tangible.
Bis ins Meer is more than a journey – it is a call to rethink and take action.
The film is perfectly suited for screenings in schools, environmental events, cinemas, and other public venues to foster awareness of water protection and sustainability.