Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole
Shackleton and Scott were men with a common goal - the South Pole. However, divisions between them grew as jealousy and intrigue intensified their rivalry. This intriguing documentary draws upon a collection of historical knowledge to investigate the social setting and psychology of these men who dramatically, and fatally, pushed the limits of human endurance.
Director: John Murray, Donnacha O'Briain
Genre: Documentary, Adventure
Runtime: 60 min
Cast
- Caroline Alexander - Herself
- Ranulph Fiennes - Self
- David Hempleman-Adams - Self
- Diana Preston - Self
- Falcon Scott - Self
- Alexandra Shackleton - Self
- Jonathan Shackleton - Self
- Michael Smith - Self
- Francis Spufford - Self
- David Walton - Self
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole about?
- Shackleton and Scott were men with a common goal - the South Pole. However, divisions between them grew as jealousy and intrigue intensified their rivalry. This intriguing documentary draws upon a collection of historical knowledge to investigate the social setting and psychology of these men who dramatically, and fatally, pushed the limits of human endurance.
- Who directed Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole?
- Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole was directed by John Murray, Donnacha O'Briain.
- Who stars in Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole?
- Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole stars Caroline Alexander, Ranulph Fiennes, David Hempleman-Adams, Diana Preston, Falcon Scott, Alexandra Shackleton.
- How long is Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole?
- Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole?
- Shackleton and Scott: Rivals for the Pole is a Documentary, Adventure film.