With Byrd at the South Pole (1930) is a documentary film about Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd and his 1st quest to the South Pole beginning at the Little America-Exploration Base. The film's soundtrack consists mostly of music and sound effects, with narration read by Floyd Gibbons. The film won at the 3rd Academy Awards for Best Cinematography.
With Byrd at the South Pole (1930) is a documentary film directed by Julian Johnson, released on June 19, 1930 with a runtime of 1h 22m. It stars Floyd Gibbons and Richard E. Byrd. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 21 ratings.
Directed by Julian Johnson, written by Julian Johnson, produced by Adolph Zukor and Jesse L. Lasky.
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 21 ratings.
If you’ve ever seen “South” (1919) or “Endurance” (2000) about the Shackleton expedition to the South Pole in 1914, then you will have an idea as to what we are in for with this similar, though vastly technologically superior, trip to Antarctica. Ten years had passed since those earlier journeys and by now the boats were steam powered, electricity was available and they had a trio of aeroplanes on hand to assist…
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The main cast of With Byrd at the South Pole (1930) includes Floyd Gibbons and Richard E. Byrd. The film was directed by Julian Johnson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
With Byrd at the South Pole was released on June 19, 1930 and runs for 1h 22m.
With Byrd at the South Pole (1930) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 21 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
