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The Screen Guide

A powerful and emotional documentary on the rescue of 33 false killer whales which became stranded on a remote beach in Western Australia. Over 1,000 people worked for three days and two nights to try to save as many whales as possible. The documentary captures unique footage of the whales and also portrays the excitement and drama of the rescue.

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Crew

Director
Mike Searle
Writers
Mike Searle
Producer
Mike Searle
Executive Producers
Mike Searle

Cast

Mike Searle (presenter)

Production Details

Production Completion
1991
Genre
Natural history and environment
Production Company
Storyteller Productions

Sales

International Sales
Storyteller Productions

Selected Awards & Festivals

  • Banff World Television Festival
    (1991)
  • Paris International Film Festival On the Sea and Exploration
    (1990)
  • Nyon Film Fest
    (1990)
  • International Festival of Maritime and Exploration Film
    (1990)