In Search of the Bowhead Whale(1974)
In Search of the Bowhead Whale Synopsis
This adventure film features Scott McVay, an authority on whales, and filmmaker Bill Mason. The objective was to film the bowhead, a magnificent inhabitant of the cold Arctic seas brought to the edge of extinction by overfishing. With helicopter and Inuit guide, aqualungs and underwater cameras, the expedition searches out and meets the bowhead and beluga.
In Search of the Bowhead Whale (1974) is a documentary film directed by Bill Mason, released on May 1, 1974 with a runtime of 49m. It stars Bill Mason, Scott McVay and Jim Quakenbush. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Bill Mason
- Writers:
- Bill Mason
- Producers:
- Bill Brind
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
In Search of the Bowhead Whale Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Bill Mason, written by Bill Mason, produced by Bill Brind.
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In Search of the Bowhead Whale Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Who stars in In Search of the Bowhead Whale?
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The main cast of In Search of the Bowhead Whale (1974) includes Bill Mason, Scott McVay and Jim Quakenbush. The film was directed by Bill Mason. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was In Search of the Bowhead Whale released?
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In Search of the Bowhead Whale was released on May 1, 1974 and runs for 49m.
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In Search of the Bowhead Whale (1974) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.