DocumentaryHD1h 36m1982frReleased

St. Lawrence: Stairway to the Sea

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Overview

In this spectacular feature-length documentary, oceanographer Jacques Cousteau and an NFB crew sail up the St. Lawrence River to the Great Lakes on board the specially equipped vessel, the Calypso. They explore the countryside from their helicopter and plumb the depths of the waters in their diving saucer. They encounter shipwrecks, the Manicouagan power dam, Niagara Falls, the locks of the St. Lawrence Seaway and an underwater chase with caribou.

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed St. Lawrence: Stairway to the Sea?

St. Lawrence: Stairway to the Sea was directed by Jacques GagnéJacques-Yves Cousteau.

Where was St. Lawrence: Stairway to the Sea produced?

It was produced by companies including ONF | NFB in Canada.

St. Lawrence: Stairway to the Sea Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of St. Lawrence: Stairway to the 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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Production

ONF | NFB
ONF | NFB
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