The White Planet

A spectacular exploration of the Arctic environment, THE WHITE PLANET captures the change from winter to spring at the North Pole and how the seasons affect the various unique animal species that live there. Suitable for children aged seven and older, the film is narrated by Sven Eriksson and is sure to fascinate every member of the family. Exploring the inhospitable and often ferocious landscape of the Arctic North, THE WHITE PLANET focuses on the distinctive fauna that have managed to adapt to the extreme conditions of this complex ecosystem. Musk oxen braving a winter storm; a mother polar bear who must find food for her two cubs and teach them to survive on their own; an acrobatic wolf pursuing a lemming; hooded seals defending their territory; guillemots laying eggs on cliff precipices, some of which fall prey to a scavenging fox; a young caribou learning to walk just moments after its birth and a variety of different whale species making their way through the treacherous ice floes are all among the incredible animals featured. A voyage of discovery, THE WHITE PLANET combines breathtaking cinematography with informative and engaging narration to transport audiences to the glittering ice, infinite tundra, imposing mountains and majestic glaciers of the Arctic. With great skill Piantanida and Ragobert record the trails and triumphs of the diverse species that inhabit this frozen world. The pair make it clear that this unique environment and all that live there should be revered and protected.