Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal
Synopsis
During four years of shooting in the icy waters that surround the volcanic archipelago of the Crozet Islands, we have followed the trial and tribulations of Delphine, a young female adolescent killer whale. Living and growing within her family group she gradually learns how to find her bearings, how to hunt king penguins or Minke rorquals and how to get stranded in order to catch sea elephants. Directed by Bertrand Loyer.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Underwater Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bertrand Loyer
- Original Title
- Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal
- Release Date
- 02/11/2000
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bertrand Loyer
Department Leadership Roster
Bertrand Loyer
Director
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What is Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal about?
During four years of shooting in the icy waters that surround the volcanic archipelago of the Crozet Islands, we have followed the trial and tribulations of Delphine, a young female adolescent killer whale. Living and growing within her family group she gradually learns how to find her bearings, how to hunt king penguins or Minke rorquals and how to get stranded in order to catch sea elephants. Directed by Bertrand Loyer.
Who directed Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal?
Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal was directed by Bertrand Loyer.
Who stars in Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal?
The principal cast of Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal includes Not specified.
When was Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal released and how long is it?
Killer Whales: Up Close and Personal was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 50m.