March of the Penguins
In the harshest place on Earth, love finds a way.
Overview
Every year, thousands of Antarctica's emperor penguins make an astonishing journey to breed their young. They walk, marching day and night in single file 70 miles into the darkest, driest and coldest continent on Earth. This amazing, true-life tale is touched with humour and alive with thrills. Breathtaking photography captures the transcendent beauty and staggering drama of devoted parent penguins who, in the fierce polar winter, take turns guarding their egg and trekking to the ocean in search of food. Predators hunt them, storms lash them. But the safety of their adorable chicks makes it all worthwhile. So follow the leader... to adventure!!
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Initially released as a French documentary, 'March of the Penguins' gained international acclaim, winning an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. The film serves as a reminder of humanity's shared responsibility towards nature and wildlife conservation.
- Stunning cinematography capturing the beauty of Antarctica and its penguin inhabitants.
- Engaging documentary style that follows the life cycle of emperor penguins in a compelling narrative.
- Poignant themes of perseverance, family bonds, and survival in harsh conditions.
- Exceptional narration by Morgan Freeman enhancing the emotional impact of the story.
Fun Facts
- The director, Luc Jacquet, initially intended to focus on king penguins but switched to emperor penguins due to their more dramatic migratory patterns.
- Some scenes were recreated using multiple takes and strategically placed cameras to capture the desired footage.
- During filming, temperatures dropped to -58 degrees Fahrenheit (-50 degrees Celsius) in order to accurately portray the extreme Antarctic conditions.