Amba: The Russian Tiger
Synopsis
Gordon Buchanan heads to Ussuriland, Russia on his most testing trip to date, in search of the Russian tiger. It has the largest unbroken area of forest with the single largest population of tigers anywhere in the world. Anatoly Petrov will be his guide; he spends a lot of time in these forests and is one of the few people who have seen a wild tiger. This beautiful and remarkable film gives a unique insight into one of the most precious animals and forests left on earth.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Saritha Wilkinson
- Original Score
- Ben Wright
- Original Title
- Amba: The Russian Tiger
- Country of Origin
- Russia, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- Omni Film Productions, Mike Birkhead Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Saritha Wilkinson
Ben Wright
Matt Meech
Mike Birkhead, Mark Wild
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Birkhead
Producer
Saritha Wilkinson
Director
Matt Meech
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Amba: The Russian Tiger about?
Gordon Buchanan heads to Ussuriland, Russia on his most testing trip to date, in search of the Russian tiger. It has the largest unbroken area of forest with the single largest population of tigers anywhere in the world. Anatoly Petrov will be his guide; he spends a lot of time in these forests and is one of the few people who have seen a wild tiger. This beautiful and remarkable film gives a unique insight into one of the most precious animals and forests left on earth.
Who directed Amba: The Russian Tiger?
Amba: The Russian Tiger was directed by Saritha Wilkinson.
Who stars in Amba: The Russian Tiger?
The principal cast of Amba: The Russian Tiger includes Edward Ochagavia, Gordon Buchanan, Anatoly Petrov.
When was Amba: The Russian Tiger released and how long is it?
Amba: The Russian Tiger was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Amba: The Russian Tiger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Amba: The Russian Tiger was composed by Ben Wright.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Amba: The Russian Tiger?
Amba: The Russian Tiger holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).