UWE WILDLIFE GRANT
FINALLY I SEA
By ALICE GEARY
ABOUT THE FILM
Embark on a heartfelt journey with Fajita, a nine-year-old girl from central London, as she fulfils her lifelong dream of seeing the sea. Growing up amidst the city’s hustle and bustle, Fajita has always yearned for a day at the seaside, a wish hindered by financial constraints. This touching film captures the pure joy and wonder as Fajita and her friends experience the British coast for the first time, guided by a local swimming instructor, Omie Dale. Join them on this unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, discovery, and the magic of the ocean.
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UWE WILDLIFE GRANT WINNER
ALICE GEARY
Alice is an award-winning filmmaker, editor, and researcher, with a passion for wildlife and conservation storytelling. With a master’s degree in Wildlife Filmmaking, achieved in partnership with the BBC Natural History Unit, and extensive experience in the Wildlife TV industry, Alice has a proven track record of bringing impactful stories to life. Her most recent documentary, Finally I Sea, sheds light on the startling fact that 1 in 5 children in the UK have never seen the sea, advocating for greater access to wild spaces for all children. Alice’s deep-rooted passion for impact-driven narratives continues to fuel her mission to create stories that resonate, inspire, and drive meaningful action for the planet.
THE MISSION
ACCESS TO NATURE
Finally I Sea shines a light on a fundamental but often overlooked truth: access to nature - and especially the ocean - is a human right, not a luxury. For many children growing up in cities like London, financial barriers mean they may never experience wild spaces that are vital for mental health, joy, and a sense of belonging. Finally I Sea advocates for a future where every child, regardless of background, can feel the sand between their toes, breathe salty air, and connect with the natural world. It’s a call to action for equitable access to the outdoors - for wellbeing, for wonder, and for the right to simply be free.
IMPACT
Finally I Sea is opening eyes to a deeply uncomfortable truth: millions of children in the UK grow up without ever experiencing the sea. By following one girl’s long-awaited first encounter with the ocean, the film gives a human face to a much wider issue - one of access, equity, and belonging in nature.
To deepen its reach, the film has partnered with Dryrobe, Keep Britain Tidy, and Ocean Culture Life — organizations committed to advocating for cleaner coasts, inclusive outdoor culture, and systemic change. These partnerships are helping to amplify the message that time in nature isn’t a privilege — it’s a basic human need that should be available to all, especially children.
As the film continues to reach new audiences, it serves as a rallying cry: to break down barriers, open up shorelines, and ensure that every child, no matter their background, has the chance to feel the freedom of the sea.
Festivals and Screenings:
- Activist Film Night (Patagonia, Bristol)
- Ocean Culture Life’s WOD event in Jersey
- The Courts Launch Festival (Creative Youth Network, Bristol)
- Festival of Nature (Bristol)
- Plymouth Nature Film Festival (Winner)
- Student Los Angeles Film Awards (Finalist)
- Student World Impact Film Festival (Quarter-Finalist)
- International Wildlife Film Festival (Selected)
- Little Venice Film Festival (Selected)
- Golden Short Film Festival (Selected)
- Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions (Selected)
- London Lift-Off Film Festival (Selected)
- First-Time Filmmaker Sessions (Selected)