Great Barrier Reef(1981)
The Great Barrier Reef
Great Barrier Reef Synopsis
Mysterious and only superficially explored by generations of the native Aborigines, Australia's Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's most extraordinary natural life systems. Twelve hundred miles long and made up of coral, it is the Earth's largest structure built by living things, in some places extending 120 miles into the sea. So many varieties of life call the reef home that more than a dozen species can be found within any square meter of its surface. This IMAX film brilliantly captures the visual splendor of this environment with splendid underwater photography typical of the format. Sharks, sea turtles, anemones, and the coral itself are the living subjects of the camera's probing eye. Overall, this documentary is a comprehensive look at this long-studied web of life that leaves a lasting impression of its depth and beauty.
Great Barrier Reef (1981) is a documentary film directed by George Casey, released on January 1, 1981 with a runtime of 39m. It stars Rosalind Ayres and Philip L. Clarke. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- George Casey
- Writers:
- Mose Richards, George Casey
- Producers:
- George Casey, Paul Novros
- Cinematographer:
- Mal Wolfe
- Production:
- Science Museum of Minnesota, Graphic Films
- Status:
- Released
Great Barrier Reef Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by George Casey, written by Mose Richards and George Casey, produced by George Casey and Paul Novros.
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Great Barrier Reef Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 8 ratings.
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Great Barrier Reef – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Great Barrier Reef online?
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Great Barrier Reef (1981) is available to stream on ITVX Premium. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Great Barrier Reef?
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The main cast of Great Barrier Reef (1981) includes Rosalind Ayres and Philip L. Clarke. The film was directed by George Casey. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Great Barrier Reef released?
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Great Barrier Reef was released on January 1, 1981 and runs for 39m.
Is Great Barrier Reef worth watching?
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Great Barrier Reef (1981) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.