Terra Incognita (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1963, Terra Incognita is a documentary and adventure film directed by Gilbert Dassonville, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. The Kerguelen Islands, nicknamed the "Islands of Desolation," are a French archipelago of subantarctic islands in the southernmost part of the Indian Ocean. They constitute one of the five districts of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands (TAAF). Uninhabited, the archipelago was discovered in the southern Indian Ocean on February 12, 1772, by the French navigator Yves Joseph de Kerguelen de Trémarec. This scientific film by Gilbert Dassonville, intended for the general public and for educational purposes, presents the scientific missions underway in 1963 on the Kerguelen Islands. The permanent station at Port-aux-Français, founded in 1950, the archipelago, and the surrounding wildlife are documented by following the multidisciplinary teams (biology, geophysics, geology, meteorology).
Who’s in it. Terra Incognita stars René Bost as Self ( Scientsist Advisor).
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Terra Incognita sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Terra Incognita page.
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- Where can I watch Terra Incognita (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Terra Incognita change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Terra Incognita worth watching?
- Terra Incognita holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Terra Incognita?
- Terra Incognita stars René Bost.
- When was Terra Incognita released?
- Terra Incognita was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.