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Beyond the Pole is a 2009 British mockumentary directed by David L. Williams. It follows Mark and Brian, who aim to conduct the world's first carbon neutral, vegetarian, organic expedition to the North Pole. The film is set against the backdrop of floating sea ice off the coast of Greenland and features a cast that includes Stephen Mangan and Alexander Skarsgård. The narrative combines humor with environmental themes as the duo, lacking experience, faces unexpected challenges, including a life-and-death race against a Norwegian team.
The film is adapted from a BBC radio series and was released in UK cinemas in 2010. It received positive critical reception, winning awards on the festival circuit in Europe and the US. The film's unique premise and comedic approach to serious environmental issues make it a distinctive entry in the mockumentary genre.
Why Watch
- •See Stephen Mangan's comedic take on environmentalism.
- •Meet a confident gay Olympic team led by Alexander Skarsgård.
- •Follow the antics of a hapless expedition on Greenland's ice.
Did You Know
•The film premiered in the Best of British strand at the Glasgow International Film Festival.
•Beyond the Pole won numerous awards on the festival circuit in Europe and the US.
•The DVD was released on 5 July 2010 and is only available in Region 2 format.
•The film features an acclaimed cast including Stephen Mangan and Alexander Skarsgård.
Perfect For
Mockumentary fansEnvironmental comedy loversFans of British cinema