# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Screening of "In the Whale"
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 04 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Tue, 04 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Register here: https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/screening-of-in-the-whale/

In the Whale is a feature-length documentary film directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker and Pulitzer Prize-winning Boston Globe reporter David Abel. The film chronicles the extraordinary story of Michael Packard, a commercial lobster diver who survived being swallowed by a humpback whale off the coast of Cape Cod. Through stunning cinematography and intimate storytelling, In the Whale explores Packard's harrowing experience and its profound impact on his life and the community. 

In the Whale has received widespread acclaim, earning the Audience Choice Award at the New Hampshire Film Festival and Best New England Film at the Mystic Film Festival. Its compelling narrative and stunning visuals have drawn audiences and critics alike, making it a must-see cinematic event.

Experience the awe-inspiring tale of In the Whale and witness the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Don't miss this exclusive event. Screening to be followed by discussion with the filmmakers.

About the Filmmakers

David Abel is a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter who covers environmental issues for The Boston Globe. He is also a professor of the practice at Boston University. Abel’s work has won an Edward R. Murrow Award, the Ernie Pyle Award from the Scripps Howard Foundation, and the Sigma Delta Chi Award for Feature Reporting. His most recent film, Entangled, which was broadcast by PBS’s World Channel, was nominated for a 2022 Emmy, won a Jackson Wild award, known as the Oscars of nature films, and Best Feature Film at the International Wildlife Film Festival, among other awards. Abel previously co-directed and produced Sacred Cod, which was broadcast by the Discovery Channel. He also directed and produced two films about the Boston Marathon bombings, which were broadcast on BBC World News and Discovery Life. His other films include Lobster War, which won “Best New England Film'' at the Mystic Film Festival, and Gladesmen: The Last of the Sawgrass Cowboys, which won the Miami Film Festival’s Knight Made in Miami Award. Abel, who began learning to make films as a Nieman fellow at Harvard University, is IN THE WHALE’s producer, director, writer, and cinematographer. Learn more at www.davidsable.com or visit one of the following social media platforms: https://www.instagram.com/davidschwababel/, https://x.com/davabel, https://www.facebook.com/davidsabel, https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-abel-02905011/.

Andy Laub, founder and director of Andy Laub Films, has hiked more than 7,000 miles in search of compelling stories. From nature films to cultural documentaries, he has worked as a writer, cinematographer, editor, visual effects artist, expedition coordinator, and soundtrack composer for networks including the Discovery Channel, National Geographic Channel, PBS World Channel, BBC World News, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. He co- produced, wrote and edited Entangled, Sacred Cod, Lobster War, and Gladesmen with Abel. Laub’s other films have explored the urban boom in Mongolia, the application of ancient building traditions by Hopi Indians, wildlife in the Pyrenees, and a trek he made across the 1,200-mile Pacific Northwest Trail. His film, As It Happens: Pacific Crest Trail, has been viewed by more than a million people worldwide. Laub is IN THE WHALE’s producer, editor, writer, soundscape designer, and soundtrack director. Learn more at https://andylaubfilms.com/.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brewster/screening-of-in-the-whale/200030180709008
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, festivals, art, trips-adventures, literary-art, sports, trekking, marathons, calendar, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 84

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Brewster
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02631
- **lat**: 41.75841
- **long**: -70.08612
- **full address**: 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02631

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Screening of "In the Whale"
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Screening of "In the Whale" being held?
  - **A:** Screening of "In the Whale" takes place on Tue, 04 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Tue, 04 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02631.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Screening of "In the Whale"?
  - **A:** Screening of "In the Whale" is organized by Brewster Ladies' Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Screening of "In the Whale" is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brewster, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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