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6.4 / 10(12 votes)IMDb200842m$7.5M Worldwide GrossBahamas, United Kingdom

IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean

Synopsis

This documentary goes to coral reefs of the Bahamas and the waters of the Kingdom of Tonga for a close encounter with the surviving tribes of the ocean: wild dolphins and belugas, the love of a Humpback mother for her newborn calf, the singing Humpback males, an orca the mighty King of the ocean, and the gentle manatee. Little-known aspects of these creatures capable of sophisticated communication and social interaction. Documents the life of these graceful, majestic yet endangered sea creatures

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 15, 2008

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBudget Recovered (1.25x ROI)

Production Budget

$6M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$7.5M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

1.25x

+$1.5M net gain

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $6MWorldwide: $7.5M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jean-Jacques Mantello
Screenplay & Story
Jon Michael Johnson, John Kaylin, Elisabeth Mantello
Original Score
Christophe Jacquelin
Original Title
IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean
Country of Origin
Bahamas, United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
42m
Production Budget
$6M
Worldwide Gross
$7.5M
Production Studios
Gavin McKinney Underwater Productions, 3D Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jean-Jacques Mantello

Screenplay & Story

Jon Michael Johnson, John Kaylin, Elisabeth Mantello

Original Score & Music

Christophe Jacquelin

Director of Photography

Gavin McKinney

Producers

Francois Mantello

Department Leadership Roster

Jean-Jacques Mantello

Director

Gavin McKinney

Director of Photography

Christophe Jacquelin

Christophe Jacquelin

Original Music Composer

Jon Michael Johnson

Writer

Elisabeth Mantello

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean.

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Frequently Asked Questions About IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean about?

This documentary goes to coral reefs of the Bahamas and the waters of the Kingdom of Tonga for a close encounter with the surviving tribes of the ocean: wild dolphins and belugas, the love of a Humpback mother for her newborn calf, the singing Humpback males, an orca the mighty King of the ocean, and the gentle manatee. Little-known aspects of these creatures capable of sophisticated communication and social interaction. Documents the life of these graceful, majestic yet endangered sea creatures

Who directed IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean?

IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean was directed by Jean-Jacques Mantello.

Who stars in IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean?

The principal cast of IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean includes Daryl Hannah, Charlotte Rampling.

When was IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean released and how long is it?

IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 42m.

What was the box office and production budget of IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean?

IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean had a reported production budget of $6M and grossed $7.5M at the worldwide box office (1.25 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).

Who composed the musical score for IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean?

The original motion picture soundtrack for IMAX Dolphins and Whales: Tribes of the Ocean was composed by Christophe Jacquelin.