This short film left me with wonder and confusion while it also demonstrated a great sense of complexity. I felt that it was a bit difficult to follow, but the key idea is the depth of the oceans and how much is left unknown. It brings forth examples of climate change by showing the warming temperatures affecting climates around the world. It is a common idea that we know the effects of climate change, but it reality we only know bits and pieces. Sirenomelia reminded us how big the ocean is and how much life can be held within. Hard to say that humans will ever fully comprehend the ocean and all the organisms that come with it. With that being said, I think this film strives to encourage proceeding with caution and be intentional in our involvement with this underworld.

We often discuss how humans intend to dominate, maintain control and are of a higher power than nonhumans. The constant comparison, especially in literary work we have studied, goes to show how humans comprehend this power dynamic. When really there is clearly a lack of understanding, and maybe even misunderstanding when it comes to other creatures. This can be demonstrated through mermaid, but also through ocean dwelling animals. There is a lot to understand in this film that can surely be brought back to the relationships with climate and humans.