Mysteries of the Great Lakes

Alternate Title(s): Formerly Wonders of the Great Lakes

MYSTERIES OF THE GREAT LAKES is a timely film. All across the Great Lakes basin, there is a renewed interest in the health of the Lakes, and an increased awareness of the importance of this fresh water resource to the social and economic vitality of North America. Dubbed ‘inland seas’ by early European explorers, the Great Lakes have some of the most spectacular wilderness scenery on earth, and a fifth of all the planet’s fresh water. Today, 25% of all Canadians, and 10% of Americans live on the Great Lakes. In addition, one in every three Canadians and one in every seven Americans rely on the Great Lakes for their fresh water.

Through several interlocking stories, including the story of maritime commerce and the ships that move cargo through the inland waterway, MYSTERIES OF THE GREAT LAKES will take you on a journey through the greatest lake system in the world, and showcase the amazing geography, ecology, science, and history of the region through the most powerful film medium in the world -- IMAX.

Presented by Fednav. Sponsored by Unilever. Major funding provided by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation. Produced and Distributed by Science North. Director/Producer: David Lickley. Director of Photography: Jack Tankard. Executive Producer: Jim Marchbank. Line Producer/Editor: James Lahti. Writer: Stephen Low. Biologist: Ron Bruch. Featuring the Music of Gordon Lightfoot. Narrator: Gordon Pinsent.

BMZ Reviews:

Mysteries of the Great Lakes By Ross Anthony

Mysteries of the Great Lakes By Ann Coates

Outside Reviews:

"Where have all the fishies gone? Long time passing" By Vanessa Farquharson, National Post

"Mysteries of the Great Lakes" By M. Schaus, Eastern Surfing Association

"How great are our lakes" By Floyd Lawrence, Erie Times-News

"In review... IMAX: Mysteries of the Great Lakes" By Sara Kaufman, Ponte Vedra Recorder

"Mysteries of the Great Lakes - Movie Review" By P. J. Deneen, BellaOnline

Science North's Giant Screen film Mysteries of the Great Lakes continues to impress By Science North (July 9, 2009)

Science North's Giant Screen Film Mysteries of the Great Lakes Wins Remi Award By Science North (April 28, 2009)

Mysteries of the Great Lakes Interview: Producer/Director David Lickley By BMZ Staff (May 5, 2008)

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Latest Review:

Rating: Poor
Posted by: Guest
A movie with many inaccuracies and a producer who did not do his "fact checking". The movie focused on sturgeon restoration, and it ended with one man (biologist) taking credit for many things he never did. Disappointing and dishonest. ... Read More >>

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