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Jo in the Water follows a passionate sea swimmer turned reluctant activist, Exmouth-based Jo Bateman, as she takes on one of the UK’s biggest water companies in a David-and-Goliath battle to protect our waters from devastating sewage pollution.
As Jo’s courage helps ignite a growing movement, this film exposes the dire state of our water system and asks: who will stand up for our right to swim in clean natural waters, for the species and communities that rely upon them?
Jo in the Water is a feature-length documentary made by award-winning filmmakers with a strong track record of bringing powerful stories to our cinema screens. It is not just about water pollution; it is about connection—to nature, to our own sense of place, and to our responsibility for the world around us.
Featuring Jo Bateman, Jeremy Vine, Jim Murray MBE and Chris Packham.
“Jo inspires people… they realise that together we have a greater strength. In a shoal like this we become mighty.”
Chris Packham, Wildlife TV presenter & conservationist
Pip Piper, Director
Pip is a UK based award winning producer, executive producer and director specialising in feature documentaries. His work spans 25 years and has been screened internationally in cinemas and on TV.
Jo Bateman
Retired physiotherapist and passionate sea swimmer turned reluctant activist, Jo Bateman is taking on one of the UK’s biggest water companies in a David-and-Goliath battle to protect our oceans from devastating sewage pollution. "I think it’s worth fighting for the principle,” she said. “It’s not about the money.”
6.30pm - Arrive and Bar
6.50pm - Introduction
7pm - Film screening - 77 minutes
8.20pm - Discussion with Jo Bateman and Director Pip Piper
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