From the depths of the sea to the heights of global fame, Becoming Cousteau dives into the extraordinary life of the iconic explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau. Directed by Liz Garbus, this compelling documentary adventure pieces together decades of stunning archival footage to reveal the man behind the legendary red beanie. It charts his journey from a curious naval officer to a pioneering filmmaker and inventor, whose passion for the underwater world captivated millions and forever changed our relationship with the oceans. The film captures the wonder of his early expeditions and the profound personal and professional costs of his relentless quest, exploring how his joyous discovery of a hidden planet gradually transformed into a urgent mission to protect it from the threats he witnessed firsthand. This intimate portrait goes beyond the television icon, presenting a complex visionary whose love for adventure was ultimately eclipsed by a crusading environmental awakening, offering a timely and poignant look at a life dedicated to the mysteries of the deep.