Storm of the Century: The Halloween Storm of 1991


60m 1998

Brief Synopsis

Documentary about the severe storm of October 1991, formed when three weather systems converged off the northeast coast of America. Dubbed "The Perfect Storm" in Sebastian Junger's novel about the gale, the storm overcame boatsmen and struck the coast with little or no warning causing damage and dea

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Nature
Release Date
1998
Production Company
Channel Four Television; Rdf Television

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Documentary about the severe storm of October 1991, formed when three weather systems converged off the northeast coast of America. Dubbed "The Perfect Storm" in Sebastian Junger's novel about the gale, the storm overcame boatsmen and struck the coast with little or no warning causing damage and death. Examines the disappearance of the "Andre Gail," a fishing boat returning from a month-long fishing exhibition and the rescue efforts of the crew aboard the Coast Guard cutter "Tamaroa."

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Nature
Release Date
1998
Production Company
Channel Four Television; Rdf Television

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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