Combines live action with state-of-the-art computer-generated imagery to pinpoint where humans fit in our ever-expanding universe. Explore scientific theories, some of which have never before been visualized on film, from the birth of the cosmos and solar system to the nature of black holes and exploding supernovas.
Publisher:Toronto, Ont. : Imax ; Burbank, CA : Warner Home Video, 2002.
General Note: Originally released as a motion picture in 1996."With additional support from the National Science Foundation"."Standard version: presented in a format preserving the aspect ratio of its original theatrical release."Special features: Behind-the-scenes featurette, interactive menus, trailer.Dolby, digital.Home use only.Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.English and French soundtracks; subtitles in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.Academy Award: Best Achievement in Documentary Short Subjects, 1996.
Creation/Production Credits Note: Music composed and conducted by David Michael Frank ; executive producer, National Air and Space Museum, Gwendolyn K. Crider. PELHAM
Participant or Performer Note: Narrator: Morgan Freeman.
Target Audience Note:
Canadian Home Video rating: G.
Awards Note:
Academy Award: Best Achievement in Documentary Short Subjects, 1996.