Known as the “52-hertz whale,” this enigmatic animal has captivated marine biologists, oceanographers and the public alike. Its story is one of total isolation—an individual possibly ...

“52-Hertz Whales” is a film based on a novel of the same name by Sonoko Machida, who won the Japan Booksellers’ Award in 2021. A 52-hertz whale refers to one that calls at a pitch of 52 ...