Cloudspotting
Synopsis
This 90-minute documentary brings to life Gavin Pretor-Pinney’s international bestseller, “The Cloudspotter’s Guide”, which draws on science, meteorology and mythology for a magical journey through the world of clouds. It is no dry treatise on the science of nephology but a playful trip through the varied beauty and distinctive personalities of the ten principal cloud types From the ethereal cirrus to the terrifying cumulonimbus, the film tells the story of the short but eventful life of clouds and their importance to our planet. Find out how immense quantities of water can stay up in the sky for so long and how lightning and thunder are created.
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Cloud Spotting
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-01-21
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- Director
- Josh Halil
- Screenplay & Story
- Steve Aylett
- Original Title
- Cloudspotting
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josh Halil
Steve Aylett
Josh Halil
Eric Harwood, Flora Davies
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Josh Halil
Director
Flora Davies
Producer
Josh Halil
Editor
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Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Cloudspotting about?
This 90-minute documentary brings to life Gavin Pretor-Pinney’s international bestseller, “The Cloudspotter’s Guide”, which draws on science, meteorology and mythology for a magical journey through the world of clouds. It is no dry treatise on the science of nephology but a playful trip through the varied beauty and distinctive personalities of the ten principal cloud types From the ethereal cirrus to the terrifying cumulonimbus, the film tells the story of the short but eventful life of clouds and their importance to our planet. Find out how immense quantities of water can stay up in the sky for so long and how lightning and thunder are created.
Who directed Cloudspotting?
Cloudspotting was directed by Josh Halil.
Who stars in Cloudspotting?
The principal cast of Cloudspotting includes Gavin Pretor-Pinney.
When was Cloudspotting released and how long is it?
Cloudspotting was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Cloudspotting?
Cloudspotting holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).