For centuries, Aru pearls have been renowned for their purity and beauty. They are the most precious resource of these remote islands.

From September to November, Babar dives for oysters, using a traditional, ancestral method.

All these oysters are sold to specialized farms, where they are operated on. After this delicate operation, they are gathered together and permitted to age peacefully in the water and produce pearls.

Documentary: Land of legends - Pearl Diving
Direction: Vincent Grémillon et Benoît Ségur
Production: ZED & LA CINQUIEME & AB PRODUCTIONS

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