The Volcano Watchers
Synopsis
A 1987 program examining the work of Maurice and Katia Krafft, who studied and filmed volcanoes around the world before their deaths in a 1991 volcanic explosion. Scenes include a lake of molten lava in Central Africa; an eruption in Iceland; an evacuated school being devoured by Mount Etna.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Heeley
- Screenplay & Story
- Ned Kelly
- Original Score
- Richard Attree
- Original Title
- The Volcano Watchers
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Heeley
Ned Kelly
Richard Attree
Jean Paul Grass
Jo Payne
Ned Kelly, Peter Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Ned Kelly
Producer
Ned Kelly
Writer
David Heeley
Director
Jo Payne
Editor
Richard Attree
Original Music Composer
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What is The Volcano Watchers about?
A 1987 program examining the work of Maurice and Katia Krafft, who studied and filmed volcanoes around the world before their deaths in a 1991 volcanic explosion. Scenes include a lake of molten lava in Central Africa; an eruption in Iceland; an evacuated school being devoured by Mount Etna.
Who directed The Volcano Watchers?
The Volcano Watchers was directed by David Heeley.
Who stars in The Volcano Watchers?
The principal cast of The Volcano Watchers includes Katia Krafft, Maurice Krafft, George Page.
When was The Volcano Watchers released and how long is it?
The Volcano Watchers was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 57m.
Who composed the musical score for The Volcano Watchers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Volcano Watchers was composed by Richard Attree.