

Antarctica, in the footsteps of the Emperor
An ode to the biodiversity and protection of the white continent
Gombessa Expedition 3 Protected by an international treaty Antarctica has been spared the effects of hunting and fishing. But signs in ice’s cyclical patterns and its biodiversity have become worrying. Connected to the planet’s global ecosystem via atmospheric circulation and ocean currents, this white haven is suffering the effects of human activities. To document and explain what is unfolding in Antarctica, photographer, diver, and marine biologist Laurent Ballesta and photographer of extreme environments Vincent Munier will be blending their artistic perspectives of a rapidly changing continent. Laurent will tackle technical and human prowess below the ice to bear witness to its remarkable underwater life. His photographs will advance knowledge on Antarctica’s unique and little-known biodiversity. On land, his eye riveted to the lens of his camera, Vincent captures snapshots of life in an Emperor Penguin colony.
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- Language
- French
- penguin
- antarctica
- underwater photography
- polar ice cap
- polar exploration
- nature documentary
- wildlife photographer
- polar expedition
- animal documentary
- antártica
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FranceFR
- Premiere23 Feb 2016
- TVArte28 Jan 2017
- Digital / OTTArte•tv25 Oct 2025
- TVArte1 Nov 2025
GermanyDE
- TVArte28 Jan 2017
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Antarctica, in the footsteps of the Emperor was released on 23 February 2016.
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