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Read a brief synopsis on the film of your choice in our educational Library. Any of these films can be booked for a group over 30 students. Click for a more detailed curriculum fit.

AFRICAN ADVENTURE 3D
For many of us, Africa remains a distant and inaccessible place. Now however, there is an opportunity to visit the Okavango Delta, one of the most unique wilderness areas on this fascinating continent, in a new 40 minute giant screen film, African Adventure 3D: Safari in the Okavango.
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AMAZON
It is the mightiest river in the world, the lifeblood for whole civilizations and home to more than 5,000 different species of fish and the more than 60,000 different species of plants that live on its banks. It is the Amazon, and it is now captured in a 40-minute, Academy AwardŽ-nominated large-format film, titled AMAZON, that will take audiences on a journey of discovery of the river's wonders, inhabitants and remarkable healing powers.  
Curriculum: Science, Geography, Biology and Environmental Science
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DEEP SEA 3D
A new and enthralling undersea experience from the makers of Into the Deep, will offer audiences astonishing up-close encounters with some of the most strange and exotic creatures on the planet, from the bizarre rainbow nudibranch to the giant Pacific octopus. Every animal here is dependent on another for survival, so the cooperation that exists between these ocean dwellers is the key to a flourishing neighborhood.

Curriculum: Science, Oceanography, Biology, Social Studies
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DINOSAURS 3D
Dinosaurs fascinate us so much, that many people wish they were amongst us. Fortunately, the large format Dinosaurs 3D will be the closest thing to actually being in the presence of the extraordinary creatures without looking into our own extinction at the same time.

Curriculum: Geology, History, Natural Sciences
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DOLPHINS & WHALES 3D
Dive into a new immersive and highly emotional adventure with Jean-Michel Cousteau’s DOLPHINS AND WHALES 3D, which will take you from the dazzling coral reefs of the Bahamas to the warm depths of the waters of the exotic Kingdom of Tonga for a close encounter with the surviving tribes of the ocean. Stunning images captured for the very first time in 3D will allow you to discover their lives and habitats as never-before-seen. An unforgettable voyage with these graceful, majestic yet endangered sea creatures.
Curriculum: Science, Oceanography, Biology, Social Studies
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EVEREST
EVEREST is a story of amazing adventure - taking you along on an inspirational and spellbinding ascent with an international team of climbers who find hope, beauty and triumph in the wake of tragedy. Over creaking ice falls, across quaking chasms, up dangerous, towering cliffs, through a harrowing rescue of fellow mountaineers, and into the mystical danger zone of oxygen-thin altitude, the IMAX film crew captures the spirit of determination, optimism, and camaraderie that leads to miraculous accomplishment. Everest, featuring music by George Harrison, carries you to the top of the world, and to the peak of human achievement, on a journey that you will never forget. (45 min.)  
Curriculum: Lifestyle Studies, Geography, Science and Physical Education
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EXTREME
EXTREME combines incredible extreme sport action with narration from the athletes and an eclectic, contemporary soundtrack as it explores the paradox of human nature: facing fear from the edge of life. EXTREME shares an understanding of those who have made their passion a lifestyle and provides a unique glimpse into the relationship between nature and humanity - of an earth at its most surreal and athletes who continuously strive to feel her magnanimous, powerful shapes. 
Curriculum: Lifestyle Studies, Geography, Science and Physical Education
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THE HUMAN BODY
Three years in the making, The Human Body reveals the incredible story of life. In astonishing detail, this large format film presents a look at the biological processes that go on without our control and often without our notice. Throughout the film we follow a family from dawn to dusk as they go about their daily routines. But this is no ordinary story. This is the tale of what takes place beneath the skin - a tale that allows us to see the extraordinary accomplishments of our everyday lives.  
Curriculum: Biology, Nutrition, Life Sciences
 
INTO THE DEEP
INTO THE DEEP, in IMAX 3D, takes viewers deep sea diving, with only 3D glasses for a diver's mask. Visit the kelp forest growing in the shallow waters of southern California's Channel Islands. Viewers will feel like they are ocean dwellers as they frolic with playful sea lions and come face-to-face with the colorful garibaldi fish, exotic sea urchins, sharks, opalescent squid, and giant schools of Spanish mackerel who live in the interwoven community of life beneath the sea.   
Curriculum: Biology, Marine Science, Environmental Studies
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JOURNEY INTO AMAZING CAVES
All over our planet there are landscapes that hold caves beneath them. Follow two cavers that share a passion for exploration as they embark on an adventure to explore caves in canyon walls, in glaciers and beneath the rainforests of Mexico.
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MYSTERIES OF EGYPT
MYSTERIES OF EGYPT takes you on a journey back 5,000 years into the secret afterworld of the Egyptian Pyramids. Buried beneath 2.3 million tonnes of stone, untouchable for centuries, their fabulous treasures and mysterious ways are unveiled. Discover who built the mammoth pyramids, and why; meet the ancient Gizas, Tutankhamen, Rames III and Cheops.  
Curriculum: history, geography, civilization studies, social studies
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RING OF FIRE
RING OF FIRE - Experience immense natural forces associated with the great circle of seismic activity that rings the Pacific Ocean, where more than three-fourths of the worlds volcanoes are located. Witness the fascinating cultures of the people that live "in the shadow of the volcano". Ring of Fire features extensive aerial photography, computer animation and spectacular volcanic eruptions - including Mt. St. Helens, Navidad, Sakurajima and Mount Merapi.
Curriculum: Social Studies, Science, Geology
SANTA VS. THE SNOWMAN 3D
SANTA VS. THE SNOWMAN 3D The story of a lonely Snowman who at first is swept away by the magical wonders of Santa's Village, only to ultimately wage war on Santa because he's jealous of all the attention Santa gets during Christmas time. An epic-scale polar war then develops. The hilarious battle features such holiday defense mechanisms as hot chocolate squirt guns, giant Igloo Robot Walkers and even a 50 foot toy soldier manned by Santa himself. A holiday classic in 3D!
Curriculum: Great end of year treat!
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SPACE STATION 3D
SPACE STATION 3D Transport your students two hundred miles above the Earth to the International Space Station. Space Station 3D takes students to the heart of the action as the daring astronaut construction crews put together the largest and most complex structure ever assembled in space. Inside, you will float alongside the first people to inhabit the new station wile they set up house, add new modules and perform scientific experiments, all while experiencing the thrill of life in zero-gravity. 
Curriculum: Science, Geography, Geology, Math
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UNDER THE SEA 3D
UNDER THE SEA 3D will transport moviegoers to some of the most exotic and isolated undersea locations on Earth, including Southern Australia, New Guinea and others in the Indo-Pacific region, allowing them to experience face-to-face encounters with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea. It will offer a uniquely inspirational and entertaining way to explore the impact that global climate change has had on ocean wilderness.
Curriculum: Science, Oceanography, Biology, Social Studies
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U2 3D
U23D is a groundbreaking film that brings the world’s most popular band to theaters in a totally new and engaging way. The first ever live-action 3D concert film, it immerses the audience in an all-enveloping and thrilling cinematic experience. Advanced digital 3D imagery and cutting-edge surround sound technology are coupled for the first time, to bring a concert to life.

 
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