Blue Water, White Death
“The hunt for the Great White Shark.”
Synopsis
Peter Gimbel and a team of photographers set out on an expedition to find and film, for the very first time, Carcharodon carcharias—the Great White Shark. The expedition lasted over nine months and took the team from Durban, South Africa, across the Indian Ocean, and finally to southern Australia.
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'Blue Water, White Death' TV spot (1971)
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Lipscomb, Peter Gimbel
- Original Title
- Blue Water, White Death
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Cinema Center Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Lipscomb, Peter Gimbel
James Lipscomb, Peter Gimbel, Ron Taylor, Stanton A. Waterman
John Maddox
Department Leadership Roster
James Lipscomb
Director
Peter Gimbel
Director
Rodney Fox
Stunt Coordinator
John Maddox
Editor
James Lipscomb
Director of Photography
Peter Gimbel
Director of Photography
Ron Taylor
Director of Photography
Stanton A. Waterman
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Water, White Death
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What is Blue Water, White Death about?
Peter Gimbel and a team of photographers set out on an expedition to find and film, for the very first time, Carcharodon carcharias—the Great White Shark. The expedition lasted over nine months and took the team from Durban, South Africa, across the Indian Ocean, and finally to southern Australia.
Who directed Blue Water, White Death?
Blue Water, White Death was directed by James Lipscomb, Peter Gimbel.
Who stars in Blue Water, White Death?
The principal cast of Blue Water, White Death includes Tom Chapin, Peter Gimbel, Valerie Taylor, Ron Taylor, Phil Clarkson.
When was Blue Water, White Death released and how long is it?
Blue Water, White Death was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blue Water, White Death?
Blue Water, White Death holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).