Encounters at the End of the World (2007)
Kernel Score: 86% · 294 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Documentary
Released: 2007-09-01
Runtime: 99 minutes
Overview
Herzog and cinematographer Peter Zeitlinger go to Antarctica to meet people who live and work there, and to capture footage of the continent's unique locations. Herzog's voiceover narration explains that his film will not be a typical Antarctica film about "fluffy penguins", but will explore the dreams of the people and the landscape.
Encounters at the End of the World parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Encounters at the End of the World is a G-rated Werner Herzog documentary exploring Antarctica's landscape and the people who work there.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Werner Herzog as Narrator (voice)
- Clive Oppenheimer as Self - Volcanologist
- Scott Rowland as Self - Transportation Dept
- Stefan Pashov as Self - Philosopher, Forklift Driver
- Doug MacAyeal as Self - Glaciologist
- Ryan Andrew Evans as Self - Filmmaker, Cook
- Kevin Emery as Self - Survival School Instructor
- Olav T. Oftedal as Self - Nutritional Ecologist
- Regina Eisert as Self - Physiologist
- David R. Pacheco Jr. as Self - Journeyman Plumber
Encounters at the End of the World FAQ
Is Encounters at the End of the World good?
Encounters at the End of the World has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 294 audience ratings.
Is Encounters at the End of the World OK for kids?
Encounters at the End of the World is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Encounters at the End of the World is a G-rated Werner Herzog documentary exploring Antarctica's landscape and the people who work there.
What movies are like Encounters at the End of the World?
If you liked Encounters at the End of the World, try Earth, Fire of Love, My Octopus Teacher and Cave of Forgotten Dreams.