Overview
On January 23, 1909, two ships--one carrying Italian immigrants to New York, the other American tourists to Europe--collided in a dense fog off Nantucket Island. In an instant, more than 1,500 lives suddenly became dependent on a new technology, wireless telegraphy, and the efforts of a twenty-six-year-old wireless operator who bravely tapped out distress signals form his sinking ship. "Rescue at Sea", a story of courage, luck and heroism. Produced by Ben Loeterman, the film features interviews with descendants of passengers and crew, recollections of the young hero, Jack Binns and surprising revelations of the connections between this event and a later disaster at sea: the "Titanic". David McCullough narrates, and Matthew Broderick provides the voice of Jack Binns.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Rescue at Sea?
Rescue at Sea was directed by Ben Loeterman.
Where was Rescue at Sea produced?
It was produced by companies including Ben Loeterman Productions, American Experience Films, WGBH Educational Foundation (US) in Unknown Countries.
Rescue at Sea Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Rescue at Sea wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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