In this episode of WAVE-Arrábida, Marianna sits down with Vasco Coelho, documentary filmmaker and director of 23 Miles, to explore the Professor Luiz Saldanha Marine Park.

Through film, Vasco brings us closer to the people, wildlife, and landscapes that make this marine park so unique — capturing both its beauty and the responsibility that comes with caring for it. We talk about the making of 23 Miles, the challenges of filming at sea, and why storytelling is such a powerful tool for environmental awareness.

From conservation to community, this conversation dives into how cinema can help us better understand, protect, and reconnect with the ocean — and why the future of Arrábida’s marine life depends on collective care and action.

Check out and support Vasco herewww.instagram.com/vasco_coelho_photo