Mr. Forbush and the Penguins

A self-absorbed young biologist takes on a six-month research post in Antarctica to study a penguin colony. Alone in Shackleton’s abandoned hut, with only radio contact and letters to his distant girlfriend, he endures the harsh winter and gradually forms a bond with the penguins—discovering resilience, humility, and a new sense of purpose.

Directors

Arne Sucksdorff, Roy Boulting, Alfred Viola

Writers

Graham Billing, Anthony Shaffer

Released

July 29, 1971

Language

English