Attenborough's Journey (2010)

Attenborough's Journey (2010) poster

Following David Attenborough as he travels the globe to film his series, David Attenborough's First Life, in which he explores the very origins of life on Earth. David journeys to the parts of the world which have had special meaning to him during his 50 years of broadcasting. Beginning near his boyhood Leicestershire home, where he first collected fossils, he then travels to Morocco's arid deserts, the glaciers of Canada and crystal clear waters of Australia's Great Barrier Reef. As a prelude to the First Life series, Attenborough's Journey provides a unique insight into the mind and character of one of the world's most iconic broadcasters as he shares his passions for the natural world. Combining his global journey for First Life and archive material looking back at his illustrious career both as a programme maker and a controller of the BBC, the film reveals what makes him tick.

Director: David Lee
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
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Screenplay

Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World

Keywords

earth, travel, nature

More Films by Director: David Lee
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Attenborough's Journey about?
Following David Attenborough as he travels the globe to film his series, David Attenborough's First Life, in which he explores the very origins of life on Earth. David journeys to the parts of the world which have had special meaning to him during his 50 years of broadcasting. Beginning near his boyhood Leicestershire home, where he first collected fossils, he then travels to Morocco's arid deserts, the glaciers of Canada and crystal clear waters of Australia's Great Barrier Reef. As a prelude to the First Life series, Attenborough's Journey provides a unique insight into the mind and character of one of the world's most iconic broadcasters as he shares his passions for the natural world. Combining his global journey for First Life and archive material looking back at his illustrious career both as a programme maker and a controller of the BBC, the film reveals what makes him tick.
Who directed Attenborough's Journey?
Attenborough's Journey was directed by David Lee.
Who stars in Attenborough's Journey?
Attenborough's Journey stars David Attenborough, Anthony Geffen, Martin Williams.
How long is Attenborough's Journey?
Attenborough's Journey has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is Attenborough's Journey?
Attenborough's Journey is a Documentary film.
Where was Attenborough's Journey produced?
Attenborough's Journey was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Attenborough's Journey?
The themes of Attenborough's Journey include: Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World.