Shipwrecks
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Synopsis
The first film created using the “Cousteau-Gagnan” – an autonomous diving suit – enabling the first underwater sequences in the Mediterranean at nearly 62m depth.
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Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques-Yves Cousteau
- Original Score
- Pierre Capdevielle
- Original Title
- Épaves
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- Cinémathèque Coopérative de l'Enseignement Laïc, L'Institut Pédagogique National, Ministère de l'Éducation nationale
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Pierre Capdevielle
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Director
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shipwrecks
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shipwrecks about?
The first film created using the “Cousteau-Gagnan” – an autonomous diving suit – enabling the first underwater sequences in the Mediterranean at nearly 62m depth.
Who directed Shipwrecks?
Shipwrecks was directed by Jacques-Yves Cousteau.
Who stars in Shipwrecks?
The principal cast of Shipwrecks includes Jacques-Yves Cousteau, Frédéric Dumas, Philippe Taillez.
When was Shipwrecks released and how long is it?
Shipwrecks was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Shipwrecks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shipwrecks was composed by Pierre Capdevielle.