Seven Cities of Antarctica
Synopsis
In 1955 Operation "Deep Freeze" began. This film tells the story of its purpose - the establishment by the United States Navy of seven bases in Antarctica for scientific study and observations in connection with the International Geophysical Year. Rare motion pictures record sequences from the expeditions of the early pioneers, Mundsen and Scott, and the film becomes the story of man's instinct to understand and conquer the unknown.
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December 25, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Winston Hibler
- Screenplay & Story
- Otto Englander, Ted Sears
- Original Score
- Paul J. Smith
- Original Title
- Seven Cities of Antarctica
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Winston Hibler
Otto Englander, Ted Sears
Paul J. Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Winston Hibler
Director
Otto Englander
Writer
Ted Sears
Writer
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What is Seven Cities of Antarctica about?
In 1955 Operation "Deep Freeze" began. This film tells the story of its purpose - the establishment by the United States Navy of seven bases in Antarctica for scientific study and observations in connection with the International Geophysical Year. Rare motion pictures record sequences from the expeditions of the early pioneers, Mundsen and Scott, and the film becomes the story of man's instinct to understand and conquer the unknown.
Who directed Seven Cities of Antarctica?
Seven Cities of Antarctica was directed by Winston Hibler.
Who stars in Seven Cities of Antarctica?
The principal cast of Seven Cities of Antarctica includes Winston Hibler.
When was Seven Cities of Antarctica released and how long is it?
Seven Cities of Antarctica was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Seven Cities of Antarctica?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Seven Cities of Antarctica was composed by Paul J. Smith.