Frozen Planet (2011)

About Frozen Planet

'Frozen Planet' is a fascinating documentary television series produced by the BBC Natural History Unit. The seven-part series, led by Sir David Attenborough, presents a close-up view of the Arctic and Antarctic, capturing the formidable power and stunning beauty of the ice-locked regions. It showcases the survival tactics of the inhabitants and explores the impact of climate change on them.

Making / Production

Created by the talented teams at BBC Earth, the production of Frozen Planet spanned four long years. With an unyielding commitment to depict elements in their most natural form, the team faced harsh weather conditions, ventured deep into ice caves, and braved treacherous ice-covered landscapes. The series employed state-of-the-art filming techniques to achieve spectacular visuals in HD quality.

Actors

• David Attenborough: As the narrator, Attenborough's captivating voice and descriptive narration bring the series to life, making the audience feel like they are a part of this icy world.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The production team filmed in both Polar Regions over a span of 2,356 days.
• The 2012 U.S. broadcast of the series was narrated by Alec Baldwin, in contrast to Attenborough's narration of the original broadcast.
• It was the first BBC series to be filmed entirely in high definition.

Awards

'Frozen Planet' received critical acclaim and was awarded the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series in 2012. It also won the BAFTA TV Award for Best Specialist Factual Series in 2012.

Quotes

• "Our planet is a blue planet: over seventy percent of it is covered by the sea." - David Attenborough
• "Here on the ice, every breath is a victory." - David Attenborough

Music, Soundtrack

• 'Frozen Planet' features an original score composed by George Fenton, well known for his work on other nature documentary series. The music beautifully complements the striking visuals, enhancing the viewing experience.