SA film-maker Craig Foster, pupil of ‘My Octopus Teacher,’ speaks about his breathtaking Netflix success

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My Octopus Teacher tells the story of a Capetonian film maker and free diver, Craig Foster who needed a break from a busy schedule that was taking its toll. The film is a backed by  the Sea Change Project, a non-governmental organisation that wants to create awareness of the great African sea forest. Craig Foster spoke to BizNews shortly after the release of the film on Netflix and said he was still in 'shock' that the film had been seen by so many people. - Linda van Tilburg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Sep 2020 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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