OQUASSA | A Maine Fly Fishing Documentary | In Pursuit of the Blueback

OQUASSA is a fly fishing documentary that follows three passionate anglers deep into the North Maine Woods in pursuit of the elusive Blueback Trout (Salvelinus alpinus oquassa), a rare fish that has captured the imagination of anglers and conservationists for generations. Far from the roads and crowds, the journey takes them into some of Maine’s most remote wilderness, where finding the fish is only part of the story. Through long days on the water, changing conditions, and the uncertainty that comes with pursuing something truly wild, OQUASSA explores what draws anglers back to places like these, and why protecting them matters. More than a fishing film, OQUASSA is a story of wilderness, perseverance, friendship, and the connection between people and the places that shape them. Through immersive cinematography and authentic storytelling, the film captures the rugged beauty of Maine’s backcountry and the pursuit of a fish that few will ever have the opportunity to encounter. Produced by filmmakers Alex Caisse V and Ben Morang, OQUASSA is a celebration of Maine’s wild places, its native fish, and the people committed to preserving them for generations to come. In pursuit of the Blueback. PRODUCTION CREW: Co-director / Cinematpgrapher / Editor: Alex Caisse V Co-director / Cinematographer: Ben Morang Cinematographer: Mason Schwarz Editor / Producer: Preston Hewett Anglers: Alex Caisse IV Scott Whitaker Richard Altham Conservationists: Bob Mallard Emily Bastian