A team sets out to clean one of the most polluted islands on Earth—Henderson Island—deep in the Pacific Ocean
Join the special U.S. Premiere screening of Pacific Mission—an inspiring evening of film, conversation, and community. Co-hosted by the International Ocean Film Festival and Plastic Odyssey Fund, this event brings together ocean lovers, innovators, and changemakers for a powerful story of hope and action on the frontlines of plastic pollution.
Watch the U.S. Premiere Trailer
Film Synopsis
Directed by Pierre De Parscau and produced by Les Gens Bien Production & Plastic Odyssey, Pacific Mission follows the unprecedented challenge undertaken by the Plastic Odyssey crew in the heart of the Pacific Ocean: to extract and recycle over 10 metric tons (22,000 pounds) of plastic waste piled up along the shores of Henderson Island—a remote 15-square-mile atoll holding the unfortunate record for the highest density of plastic debris in the world. This “impossible mission” is a race to protect nature, raise global awareness about the plastic crisis, and empower the local Pitcairn Island communities to transform waste into building materials.
Special Guest – Simon Bernard, Co-Founder of Plastic Odyssey
Fresh off the expedition, Simon Bernard, co-founder and CEO of Plastic Odyssey, will share exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the mission to Henderson Island — the challenges, surprises, and the powerful human stories at the heart of this journey.
A former merchant navy officer turned environmental entrepreneur, Simon leads Plastic Odyssey’s global movement to tackle plastic pollution with low-tech, community-driven innovation. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the expedition’s leaders and visionaries.
Run of Show
- 6:00 PM – Doors open, networking & refreshments
- 6:30 PM – Opening remarks by Ana Blanco (IOFF) and Simon Bernard (Plastic Odyssey)
- 6:45 PM – Pacific Mission screening begins
- 7:45 PM – Behind-the-scenes fireside chat with Simon Bernard
- 8:15 PM – Continued networking & conversation
Light refreshments, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be served during the event and networking reception. Come enjoy a convivial movie night atmosphere while connecting with fellow ocean advocates, innovators, and climate leaders.
- General Admission – $30
- Student / Senior / Community – $20
- Youth (Under 12) – $10
Any additional contribution is greatly appreciated and will be processed as a donation to support both organizations. Only the amount given above the ticket price may be considered tax-deductible (*).
About the organizers
International Ocean Film Festival (IOFF): IOFF is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the premier global platform for ocean literacy and education through film. Since its launch in 2004, IOFF has attracted thousands of spectators of all ages from around the world, including film enthusiasts, water sports fans, educators, and environmental supporters. For more information visit https://intloceanfilmfest.org/
Plastic Odyssey: Plastic Odyssey has set out to help solve – and raise global awareness around – the devastating human and environmental impacts of plastic pollution. Through a unique and multifaceted approach, we are:
(1) Advancing innovative, affordable solutions to recycle and transform plastic waste into valuable materials;
(2) Supporting local communities, economies and entrepreneurs worldwide where resource recovery is in high demand; and
(3) Working to restore biodiverse ecosystems.
Our goal is to create a global network of recycling initiatives that help support local economies and lead to lasting change.
Plastic Odyssey Fund: Plastic Odyssey Fund is a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation headquartered in San Francisco. The fund was created with the mission to combat plastic pollution by engaging U.S. philanthropies, corporations, governments, and individual donors and joining them with the projects undertaken by Plastic Odyssey through its entities Plastic Odyssey Foundation, Plastic Odyssey Expedition and Plastic Odyssey Community. Through this initiative, Plastic Odyssey Fund will help scale innovative solutions, protect ocean ecosystems, and raise awareness in the blue economy. Plastic Odyssey Fund is also part of the 9Zero climate community. For more information or to donate, visit www.plasticodyssey.fund.
