Expedition: Great White

2009 NR 0h 50m DVD

Expedition: Great White

2009 NR 0h 50m DVD
  • Overview
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This National Geographic documentary follows marine biologist Dr. Michael Domeier and a crew of intrepid fishermen on their daring mission to catch a great white shark, attach a tracking device to its fin and release it safely back into the water. Hoping to gather data that will help them understand and protect all great whites, Domeier and his team must first find a way to subdue one of these magnificent predators out on the open sea.
Format
DVD
Screen
Widescreen 1.78:1
CC
No
Audio
English: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
Rating
NR - Not rated. This movie has not been rated by the MPAA.
age 9+
Common Sense rating OK for kids 9+
age 9+

Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that this educational series -- which follows a team of researchers to a Mexican island to study the great white shark -- looks more dangerous than it is. Scientists capture the huge predators and perform a variety of tests, all in the name of science, and there are very few incidents involving any true peril. Despite the potentially exciting topic, the work of catching the sharks and performing the tests can start to seem repetitive, limiting the appeal to short-attention-span viewers.

Sexual Content

No sex or nudity, though the researchers often discuss the reproductive habits of sharks.

Violence

The researchers are constantly in close proximity to large, very dangerous sharks, though there is rarely any kind of attack.

Language

Some words are bleeped.

Social Behavior

Scientific research is important, and the team here is willing to put themselves in danger to help people learn more about a dangerous creature. There may be no obvious, immediate benefit from learning more about the mating habits of great white sharks, for example, but knowledge can certainly be its own reward.

Consumerism

Not applicable

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

The crew works hard during the day, but when their shifts are over they are happy to relax with a few beers.

  • Age appropriate
  • Not an issue
  • Depends on your child and your family
  • Parents strongly cautioned
  • Not appropriate for kids of the age

This information for parents is provided by Common Sense Media, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving kids' media lives.

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