Au Sud du Sud
Originally released in 1992. Au Sud du Sud is a documentary/adventure film. directed by Laurent Chevallier.
Starring Jean-Louis Étienne, Will Steger, and Viktor Boyarsky
Synopsis
The Transantarctic expedition led by the American Will Steger and the Frenchman Dr. Jean-Louis Étienne took place between July 1989 and March 1990. It was the first successful attempt to cross the entire extent of Antarctica without the use of motor power. Six men of various nationalities, including Viktor Boyarksy (Soviet Union), Geoff Somers (Great Britain), Qin Dahe (China) and Keizo Funatsu (Japan), crossed Antarctica from east to west for seven months on dog sleds pulled by 63 sled dogs, covering a total distance of 6,048 kilometers, with temperatures as low as minus 45 degrees Celsius and long-lasting storms. Their aim was to draw global attention to the continent's endangered future and the early signs of climate change. The documentary relives this great human adventure, which took more than three years from the first meeting of the participants to the final success.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 26, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films d'Ici
- France 2 Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Au Sud du Sud about?
The Transantarctic expedition led by the American Will Steger and the Frenchman Dr. Jean-Louis Étienne took place between July 1989 and March 1990. It was the first successful attempt to cross the...
Who directed Au Sud du Sud?
Au Sud du Sud was directed by Laurent Chevallier.
How long is Au Sud du Sud?
Au Sud du Sud has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Au Sud du Sud released?
Au Sud du Sud was released on February 26, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Au Sud du Sud?
The main cast of Au Sud du Sud includes Jean-Louis Étienne, Will Steger, Viktor Boyarsky, Geoff Somers, Qin Dahe.