The Giant Robber Crab
Synopsis
In the secluded isolation of Christmas Island, crabs have become the guardians of a lush rainforest kingdom. The robber crab is an unruly king, with a meter-wide leg-span and claws that can open a coconut. As we follow the robber’s life cycle, we learn that crabs are much more than creepy crawlies.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Moritz Katz, Braydon Moloney
- Screenplay & Story
- Braydon Moloney, Moritz Katz
- Original Score
- Oliver Heuss
- Original Title
- The Giant Robber Crab
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 44m
- Production Studios
- National Geographic, Atara Film GmbH, NDR Naturfilm, Terra Mater Factual Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Moritz Katz, Braydon Moloney
Braydon Moloney, Moritz Katz
Oliver Heuss
Mirco Tribanek
Department Leadership Roster
Moritz Katz
Director
Braydon Moloney
Director
Braydon Moloney
Writer
Moritz Katz
Writer
Mirco Tribanek
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What is The Giant Robber Crab about?
In the secluded isolation of Christmas Island, crabs have become the guardians of a lush rainforest kingdom. The robber crab is an unruly king, with a meter-wide leg-span and claws that can open a coconut. As we follow the robber’s life cycle, we learn that crabs are much more than creepy crawlies.
Who directed The Giant Robber Crab?
The Giant Robber Crab was directed by Moritz Katz, Braydon Moloney.
Who stars in The Giant Robber Crab?
The principal cast of The Giant Robber Crab includes Allen Farmer, Tanja Detto.
When was The Giant Robber Crab released and how long is it?
The Giant Robber Crab was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 44m.
Who composed the musical score for The Giant Robber Crab?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Giant Robber Crab was composed by Oliver Heuss.