Blueback’s talented cast and adorable titular grouper aren’t enough to save this conservation-driven film. While the cinematography and underwater scenes capture the natural beauty of Australia impeccably, there’s little else to write home about. The film has a haphazard approach that jumps between flashbacks and the present in an attempt to weave a story around a mother-daughter relationship. Unfortunately, the end result, while calming, is hardly a story at all as the only cohesion is placed on the wildlife that is not nearly on screen enough. While the message is important, Blueback isn’t a must see.