Shackleton South Georgia Birds
Synopsis
Sir Ernest Shackleton is a poignant absence in this fragment from the closing chapter in the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. The Shackleton-Rowett Expedition and their ship the Quest docked at the old whaling station at Grytviken, South Georgia, on 4 January 1922; Shackleton died of a heart attack on board in the early hours of 5 January. These scenes of wildlife on the remote island – including skewers, fulmars, penguins and seals – were shot before the Quest departed on 18 January.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hubert Wilkins
- Original Title
- Shackleton South Georgia Birds
- Release Date
- 01/01/1920
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hubert Wilkins
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Hubert Wilkins
Director
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What is Shackleton South Georgia Birds about?
Sir Ernest Shackleton is a poignant absence in this fragment from the closing chapter in the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. The Shackleton-Rowett Expedition and their ship the Quest docked at the old whaling station at Grytviken, South Georgia, on 4 January 1922; Shackleton died of a heart attack on board in the early hours of 5 January. These scenes of wildlife on the remote island – including skewers, fulmars, penguins and seals – were shot before the Quest departed on 18 January.
Who directed Shackleton South Georgia Birds?
Shackleton South Georgia Birds was directed by Hubert Wilkins.
Who stars in Shackleton South Georgia Birds?
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When was Shackleton South Georgia Birds released and how long is it?
Shackleton South Georgia Birds was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 13m.