Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens
“A profile of broadcaster and naturalist David Attenborough, whose career has included being controller of BBC Two and making numerous groundbreaking wildlife programmes.”
Synopsis
As Sir David Attenborough turns 90, this intimate film presents new interviews, eye-opening behind-the-scenes footage and extraordinary clips from some of his most recent films. The doc, which was made for the occasion of Attenborough’s 90th birthday, was shot over seven years and follows him as he travels to Borneo, Morocco and the Galapagos to shoot wildlife specials. Anthony Geffen, the CEO of Atlantic Productions, commented, “This is such a special Attenborough film because unusually he is the subject. As I look back over the last seven years, I never fail to be amazed by his extraordinary ambition and drive to use the very latest technology to communicate the natural world to audiences around the globe. This film gives audiences the chance to see what it’s like to be on the road with David.”
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anne Sommerfield
- Screenplay & Story
- Anne Sommerfield
- Original Title
- Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Atlantic Productions, BBC, Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Anne Sommerfield
Anne Sommerfield
Anthony Geffen
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Anne Sommerfield
Director
Anne Sommerfield
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General — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens about?
As Sir David Attenborough turns 90, this intimate film presents new interviews, eye-opening behind-the-scenes footage and extraordinary clips from some of his most recent films. The doc, which was made for the occasion of Attenborough’s 90th birthday, was shot over seven years and follows him as he travels to Borneo, Morocco and the Galapagos to shoot wildlife specials. Anthony Geffen, the CEO of Atlantic Productions, commented, “This is such a special Attenborough film because unusually he is the subject. As I look back over the last seven years, I never fail to be amazed by his extraordinary ambition and drive to use the very latest technology to communicate the natural world to audiences around the globe. This film gives audiences the chance to see what it’s like to be on the road with David.”
Who directed Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens?
Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens was directed by Anne Sommerfield.
Who stars in Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens?
The principal cast of Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens includes David Attenborough.
When was Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens released and how long is it?
Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens?
Attenborough at 90: Behind the Lens holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.).