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Five is to screen a seven-day event, Killer Shark Live, documenting the magnificent world of the Great White Shark, it was announced today (TUES). Presented by Five's investigative journalist, Donal MacIntyre, and science and natural history presenter, Nick Baker, the series combines observations of this most feared predator, with analysis from the world's leading shark experts including shark behaviourist Melanie Paul. Produced by Brighter Pictures (part of Endemol UK) the programmes transmit from 2nd October live from the Condor diving boat on Isla de Guadalupe, 160 miles off the coast of Baja, California, and from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in San Diego. Each night Nick Baker and an intrepid camera team dive in dangerous waters observing the species, by conducting unique scientific experiments including a live shark autopsy. Meanwhile Donal MacIntyre interviews shark experts and survivors about their remarkable first-hand experiences, in order to accomplish the most comprehensive, aquatic observation to date. In addition, footage from around the world of the most shocking attacks is presented in a series of films, Bitemares. Brighter Pictures Managing Director and Executive Producer, Elaine Hackett, said: "Nothing quite like this has ever been done live on television. For seven days and nights the production and crew will be adrift in an area virtually untouched by boats and completely infested by sharks. Live every night we'll be dropping the cages deeper into the ocean andcoming face-to-face with one of the world's greatest predators." Five's Controller of Features and Entertainment, Ben Frow, said: "Great White Sharks are one of the world's most fascinating creatures and this in-depth study is set to be the most comprehensive to date. Every single aspect of their behaviour, both exhilarating and terrifying, will be included in the week's programmes."
Date Released: 2005-09-08 |