Dolphin fights for survival

Swimming free, a young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. She is rescued and transported to the Clearwater Marine Hospital, where she is named Winter. But her fight for survival has just begun.

Without a tail, Winter’s prognosis is dire.

It will take the expertise of a dedicated marine biologist, the ingenuity of a brilliant prosthetics doctor, and the unwavering devotion of a young boy to bring about a groundbreaking miracle that might not only save Winter but could also help scores of people around the world.

The real Winter, who plays herself in Dolphin Tale (U) today serves as a symbol of courage, perseverance and hope to millions of people who have been touched by her remarkable story of recovery and rehabilitation.

The film stars Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd and Harry Connick Jr and can be seen at Newark’s Reel Cinema.