Expedition: Bismarck (2002)
| Title | Expedition: Bismarck |
| Year | 2002 |
| Country | USA |
| Genre | Documentary (Movies) |
| Run Time | 1h 32 min |
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The documentary, Expedition: Bismarck (2002), was created for the Discovery Channel by Andrew Wight and James Cameron, with direction from James Cameron and Gary Johnstone. Narrated by Lance Henriksen, it details an underwater expedition to the German Battleship Bismarck. Using digital reconstruction techniques, the film delves into the events leading up to the ship’s sinking in World War II. Additionally, it received an Emmy Award in 2003 for Outstanding Sound Editing in Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera).
In WWII, the German Battleship Bismarck was sunk by the Royal Navy under John Tovey’s leadership. First discovered in 1989 by famed explorer Robert Ballard (known for finding the Titanic), the Bismarck had only been visited once prior. Seeking to unravel its mysteries and uncover the truth behind one of Germany’s most formidable assets, James Cameron and a group of historians embarked on a journey to locate the Bismarck. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, they conducted a forensic investigation of the wreckage, providing a unique insight into the lives of those onboard during that time period. The film showcases revolutionary production techniques and offers stunning high-definition footage of the Bismarck resting on the ocean floor.
Date of download: 2015-11-11T17:22:34+00:00
Cast:  Lance HenriksenNarrator  James CameronSelf |
The documentary, Expedition: Bismarck (2002), was created for the Discovery Channel by Andrew Wight and James Cameron, with direction from James Cameron and Gary Johnstone. Narrated by Lance Henriksen, it details an underwater expedition to the German Battleship Bismarck. Using digital reconstruction techniques, the film delves into the events leading up to the ship’s sinking in World War II. Additionally, it received an Emmy Award in 2003 for Outstanding Sound Editing in Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera).
In WWII, the German Battleship Bismarck was sunk by the Royal Navy under John Tovey’s leadership. First discovered in 1989 by famed explorer Robert Ballard (known for finding the Titanic), the Bismarck had only been visited once prior. Seeking to unravel its mysteries and uncover the truth behind one of Germany’s most formidable assets, James Cameron and a group of historians embarked on a journey to locate the Bismarck. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, they conducted a forensic investigation of the wreckage, providing a unique insight into the lives of those onboard during that time period. The film showcases revolutionary production techniques and offers stunning high-definition footage of the Bismarck resting on the ocean floor.
