Shackleton's Captain
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| Shackleton's Captain | |
|---|---|
 DVD cover | |
| Genre | Documentary, Adventure |
| Written by | Leanne Pooley, Tim Woodhouse |
| Directed by | Leanne Pooley |
| Starring | Craig Parker, Charles Pierard, Hugh Barnard |
| Country of origin | New Zealand |
| Original language | English |
| No. of episodes | 1 |
| Production | |
| Producer | James Heyward |
| Running time | 85 minutes |
| Production company | Gebrueder Beetz Filmproduktion |
| Original release | |
| Release | 1 April 2012 |
Shackleton's Captain is a 2012 New Zealand documentary directed by Leanne Pooley.[1] The film chronicles the 1914–1917 Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition led by Sir Ernest Shackleton, focusing on the pivotal role of Captain Frank Worsley in ensuring the crew's survival after their ship, the Endurance, was trapped and crushed by Antarctic pack ice.The documentary combines expert interviews, archival footage, and dramatic reenactments to provide an in-depth perspective on Worsley's leadership and navigational expertise.[2]
Content
[edit]The film recounts the ill-fated Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, emphasizing Captain Frank Worsley's critical contributions. After the Endurance becomes immobilized and eventually destroyed by pack ice, Worsley's exceptional seamanship and precise celestial navigation are instrumental in guiding the crew to safety. The documentary highlights the harrowing journey across treacherous ice, perilous seas, and uncharted territories, showcasing Worsley's determination and skill in the face of overwhelming odds.
Production
[edit]Shackleton's Captain was produced by Gebrueder Beetz Filmproduktion in collaboration with Making Movies. Directed by Leanne Pooley, it features Craig Parker as Captain Frank Worsley. The film utilizes historical accounts, including Worsley's diaries and Shackleton's memoirs, as primary sources.[3] Filming locations included New Zealand and the Southern Ocean.[citation needed]
Cast
[edit]- Craig Parker as Captain Frank Worsley
- Charles Pierard as Sir Ernest Shackleton
- Hugh Barnard as First Mate Green
- Additional roles played by actors portraying the Endurance crew.
Awards and nominations
[edit]Shackleton's Captain was nominated for Best Feature or Drama Documentary at the 2012 New Zealand Television Awards.Additionally, Leanne Pooley received a nomination for Best Director – Documentary, and Simon Baumfield was nominated for Best Cinematography – Documentary/Factual.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ Aveyard, Karina; Moran, Albert; Vieth, Errol (26 December 2017). Historical Dictionary of Australian and New Zealand Cinema. Rowman & Littlefield. ISBN 978-1-5381-1127-7.
- ^ Dunnett, Harding McGregor (24 August 2015). Shackleton's Boat. Gill & Macmillan Ltd. ISBN 978-1-84889-492-1.
- ^ Screen, NZ On. "Shackleton's Captain | Television | NZ On Screen". www.nzonscreen.com.
- ^ "Shackleton's Captain". TVGuide.com. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
External links
[edit]- Shackleton's Captain at IMDb
- [Norbert Haupt's Review Movie Review: Shackleton's Captain (2012)]
- [Rotten Tomatoes page](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/shackletons_captain)