Journey Into Amazing Caves (2001)

80% of critics liked it
(10 reviews)
54% of users liked it
(1,147 ratings)

Filmmaker Steve Judson, who received an Academy award nomination for his documentary Dolphins, explores another variety of inner space in this film, shot in the high-definition IMAX process. Dr. Hazel Barton and Nancy Aulenbach are scientists brought together by their interest in caves -- Aulenbach… More Filmmaker Steve Judson, who received an Academy award nomination for his documentary Dolphins, explores another variety of inner space in this film, shot in the high-definition IMAX process. Dr. Hazel Barton and Nancy Aulenbach are scientists brought together by their interest in caves -- Aulenbach researches the life cycles of plants and animals that thrive in caves, while Barton believes study of the ecosystems of caves might provide valuable information on treating diseases in humans. Barton and Aulenbach are joined by veteran spelunker Janot Lamberton as they explore spectacular cave formations in Arizona, Mexico, and Greenland. Journey Into Amazing Caves is narrated by noted actor Liam Neeson. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 38 min.
Directed By: Stephen Judson, Greg MacGillivray
Written By: Jack Stephens
Genres: Documentary, Musical & Performing Arts, Special Interest

In Theaters: Mar 1, 2001 Limited
On DVD: Nov 8, 2005
Studio: MacGillivray Freeman Films

Critic Reviews

Margaret A. McGurk, Cincinnati Enquirer
There are moments during Journey Into Amazing Caves when it seems the images on the screen could have been beamed back from a planet in another solar system.
Dan Marcucci and Nancy Serougi, Broomfield Enterprise
This movie managed to entertain and educate at the same time.
Herb Lash, Big Movie Zone
Taking IMAX (R) cameras into these living underworlds proves an always bold, but not always successful venture.
Christine James, Boxoffice Magazine
As educational and long in duration as a high school geology class but significantly more interesting.
Ted Murphy, Baseline.Hollywood.com
"Amazing" is the appropriate adjective to describe this latest IMAX film from MacGillivray Freeman Films.
Ross Anthony, Hollywood Report Card
Sometimes breathtaking, sometimes wondrous, sometimes spiritual. Sweetly done!
Peter Henne, Film Journal International
Like the huge face of Garbo in her silent work, the gorgeous landscapes of films such as Journey Into Amazing Caves loom over the viewer and hold an irresistible sway.
, E! Online
The extra-large scenery is breathtaking.