The Land That Devours Ships
Synopsis
For almost a century and a half, Her Majesty's Ship Breadalbane lay wrecked and forgotten under the Arctic ice. In the spring of 1983, noted undersea explorer Dr. Joseph MacInnis led a team of twenty men on one of the most difficult, dangerous and unforgettable undersea adventures of the century--to put a diver on board the sunken vessel and recover some artifacts. This film, introduced by H.R.H. Prince Charles, provides a stunning visual account of this historic expedition.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill Mason
- Original Score
- Larry Crosley
- Original Title
- The Land That Devours Ships
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill Mason
Larry Crosley
Ralph B. White, Bill Mason
Bill Mason
Patrick Watson, Joseph MacInnis, Margaret Pettigrew, Andy Thomson, Michael Levine
Department Leadership Roster
Patrick Watson
Producer
Joseph MacInnis
Producer
Bill Mason
Director
Margaret Pettigrew
Producer
Bill Mason
Editor
Bill Mason
Director of Photography
Michael Levine
Producer
Larry Crosley
Original Music Composer
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What is The Land That Devours Ships about?
For almost a century and a half, Her Majesty's Ship Breadalbane lay wrecked and forgotten under the Arctic ice. In the spring of 1983, noted undersea explorer Dr. Joseph MacInnis led a team of twenty men on one of the most difficult, dangerous and unforgettable undersea adventures of the century--to put a diver on board the sunken vessel and recover some artifacts. This film, introduced by H.R.H. Prince Charles, provides a stunning visual account of this historic expedition.
Who directed The Land That Devours Ships?
The Land That Devours Ships was directed by Bill Mason.
Who stars in The Land That Devours Ships?
The principal cast of The Land That Devours Ships includes King Charles III of the United Kingdom, Patrick Watson, Bill Mason, Joseph MacInnis.
When was The Land That Devours Ships released and how long is it?
The Land That Devours Ships was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 58m.
Who composed the musical score for The Land That Devours Ships?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Land That Devours Ships was composed by Larry Crosley.