Polar Extremes
Originally released in 2020. Polar Extremes is a documentary film. directed by Lucy Haken.
Starring Kirk Johnson
Synopsis
Renowned paleontologist Kirk Johnson takes us on an epic adventure through time at the polar extremes of our planet. Following a trail of strange fossils found in all the wrong places—beech trees in Antarctica, hippo-like mammals in the Arctic—Johnson uncovers the bizarre history of the poles, from miles-high ice sheets to warm polar forests teeming with life. What caused such dramatic changes at the ends of the Earth? And what can the past reveal about our planet’s climate today—and in the future?
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 5, 2020
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Windfall Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polar Extremes about?
Renowned paleontologist Kirk Johnson takes us on an epic adventure through time at the polar extremes of our planet. Following a trail of strange fossils found in all the wrong places—beech trees...
Who directed Polar Extremes?
Polar Extremes was directed by Lucy Haken.
How long is Polar Extremes?
Polar Extremes has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was Polar Extremes released?
Polar Extremes was released on February 5, 2020 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Polar Extremes?
The main cast of Polar Extremes includes Kirk Johnson.