The life of Tyrannosaurus rex—from its early years to adulthood—combined with a real fossil dig story and modern paleontology, plus CGI reconstructions
25 minutes
Recommended for ages 5+
T. REX follows the true story of three kids who discovered a juvenile/teen Tyrannosaurus rex fossil—this discovery got international attention.
The film explores paleontological advances and how our understanding of T. rex has changed over time.
It also shows and brings to life other Cretaceous creatures like Triceratops, Quetzalcoatlus, Sinraptor, etc.
Visual style includes cutting-edge CGI plus real fossil dig footage.
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Runtime: 25 minutes
Mixes footage of fossil excavation and scientific work with computer graphics visuals of prehistoric animals (T. rex, its rivals, environments)
It is made by Giant Screen Films / GSF. For licensing or screening, contact GS Films
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Produced by Giant Screen Films (GSF) in collaboration with leading paleontology scientists, natural history institutions, and visual-effects artists.
Narrator: Sam Neill (famous for Jurassic Park).
For more information, please contact our Planetarium Manager, Romee Gaoiran, at romee.gaoiran@bishopmuseum.org, or fill out the form below.