Antarctic Pioneers (1963)
Presented by explorer Frank Hurley in his final film appearance, this documentary chronicles Australia's role in the scientific exploration of Antarctica and the hardships the pioneers endured. Using archival footage, this film spans from 1911, following Sir Douglas Mawson's first expedition, to Phillip Law establishing the continent's first permanent research station in 1954.
- Released
- 1963-01-01
- Genres
- Documentary, Adventure
- Runtime
- 28 min
- Status
- Released
- Directed / written by
- Frank Hurley, Phillip Garth Law
Cast
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