Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid
“Documentary following an international team of scientists as they deploy underwater robots and state-of-the-art submersible vessels off the coast of Japan to find the giant squid.”
Synopsis
The giant squid is a creature of legend and myth which, even in the 21st century, has never been seen alive. But now, an international team of scientists thinks it has finally found its lair, 1,000 metres down, off the coast of Japan. This is the culmination of decades of research. The team deploys underwater robots and state-of-the-art submersible vessels for a world first - to find and film the impossible.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yasuhiro Koyama
- Original Score
- Joe Hisaishi
- Original Title
- Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- NHK, NHK Enterprises, Discovery
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yasuhiro Koyama
Joe Hisaishi
Nobuhito Sawamura
Department Leadership Roster
Nobuhito Sawamura
Editor
Yasuhiro Koyama
Director
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What is Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid about?
The giant squid is a creature of legend and myth which, even in the 21st century, has never been seen alive. But now, an international team of scientists thinks it has finally found its lair, 1,000 metres down, off the coast of Japan. This is the culmination of decades of research. The team deploys underwater robots and state-of-the-art submersible vessels for a world first - to find and film the impossible.
Who directed Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid?
Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid was directed by Yasuhiro Koyama.
Who stars in Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid?
The principal cast of Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid includes David Attenborough.
When was Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid released and how long is it?
Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Legends of the Deep: The Giant Squid was composed by Joe Hisaishi.