Catalog Sovtelexport 2017 Russia Television and Radio

KAMCHATKA:
THE EDGE OF THE EARTH
Year of production: 2011
Welcome to the Kamchatka Peninsula: a world of wonders.
The Valley of Geysers staggers the mind with iridescent
eruptions and clouds of hot swirling steam. Kamchatka’s
hundred-plus volcanoes thrill the senses: you can feel Earth’s
pulse pounding through your feet in the Uzon Caldera. Below
the looming volcanoes, you can raft along mountain rivers and
catch a glimpse of the Kamchatka brown bear (the largest in
the world), until you finally reach Kamchatka’s shores. THEY
ARE strewn with black volcanic sand which links the poles of
our planet.
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1x31'
KAMCHATKA:
LIFE ON A VOLCANO
Year of production: 2013
Kamchatka has 30 active volcanoes and seven of
them are erupting now. There’s no place on earth more
interesting and more dangerous for a volcanologist.
Scientists are trying to understand volcanoes and
predict their behavior. Researchers find incredible
beauty and MAKE amazing discoveries everywhere,
because volcanoes are more than just dangerous
mountains. They helped create Earth’s atmosphere, and
possibly even life itself!
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SHUTTERSTOCK
AVALANCHES
Year of production: 2014
The silent beauty of towering mountains is deceptive.
One false move or loud noise can awaken the elements.
In a blink of an eye, the smooth white slopes can turn
into a raging torrent, with thousands of tons of snow
rushing down at the speed of 100 metres per second,
obliterating everything in its path. This report from
the epicentre of avalanches in the vicinity of Mount
Elbrus in the North Caucasus explains the
causes of avalanches and ways of determining
avalanche-prone mountain areas and
ensuring safety.
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MOUNT ELBRUS
Year of production: 2013
Mount Elbrus is the highest mountain in Europe and one of Russia’s
most spectacular landmarks. There isn’t a serious climber who has
not dreamt of conquering this legendary peak at least once in their
life. However, it is only possible to gain a true understanding of the
mountain’s unique spirit by getting to grips with the traditions
and way of life of the region’s people. According to local legend,
the twin-peaked mountain only allows those who are truly
worthy to reach its summit. Under the camera’s watchful
eye, a film crew, together with an experienced guide,
venture off to make the ascent, leaving the tourists,
locals, skiers and snowboarders far behind.
How will they fare? Do they have what it
takes to vanquish this majestic peak?
Skis on, carabiners secured, the
challenging ordeal begins.
DOCUMENTARIES • NATURE
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