swiss watchmaker Blancpain and its Ocean Commitment

Face to Face with the Coelacanth:
A Story Revealed by Laurent Ballesta & Alexis Chappuis

Exclusive Documentary Now Available
Blancpain presents an exclusive documentary featuring Laurent Ballesta and Alexis Chappuis, Brand partners and divers who made history by capturing the first-ever images of the world’s two living coelacanth species.


Once thought extinct for 70 million years, the coelacanth remains one of the ocean’s most elusive and fascinating creatures. This 12-minute film brings Ballesta and Chappuis together to reflect on their world-first discoveries, made possible thanks to Blancpain’s support.


More than a celebration of scientific achievement, the documentary highlights the importance of marine conservation and the spirit of exploration that defines the Blancpain Ocean Commitment.