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198749 minGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Desert Vision

198749 minGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Narrow slot canyons and underground caverns in the Sonoran Desert showcase unique rock formations and vibrant saguaro cacti, accompanied by music from David Lanz and Paul Speer.

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Narrow slot canyons and underground caverns in the Sonoran Desert showcase unique rock formations and vibrant saguaro cacti, accompanied by music from David Lanz and Paul Speer.

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Jan Nickman

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Narrow slot canyons twist through a desert scene filled with saguaro cacti. The film features underground caverns and their unique rock formations. A musical score by David Lanz and Paul Speer accompanies the visuals. Produced in 1987, the 49-minute documentary captures the diverse textures and colors of the desert environment.

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