Antarctica: BBC Earth documentary comes to the Géode in December

Starting December 9, La Géode takes you on a journey of discovery to the southernmost continent on our planet: Antarctica. A family-friendly IMAX documentary, surrounded by the species that inhabit these extreme lands.

Starting December 9, 2026, La Géode, a one-of-a-kind cinema in Paris, takes us to the ends of the earth with Antarctica, an immersive documentary bringing us face to face with penguins, seals and whales amid the fascinating landscapes of the White Continent.

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What if you could explore one of the most mysterious places on the planet without leaving Paris? Starting December 9, 2026, La Géode, located in Parc de la Villette in the 19th arrondissement, is screening Antarctica, a wildlife documentary that immerses us in the fascinating world of the White Continent. From icy landscapes and encounters with impressive animals to underwater scenes, this adventure promises a truly immersive escape, to be experienced on the big screen at this iconic Paris cinema.

At first glance, Antarctica seems like a vast desert of ice. Yet beneath its frozen surface lies an astonishingly vibrant world. The documentary takes us on a journey to discover the seabed teeming with giant starfish, before heading to the shores, where powerful elephant seals engage in spectacular fights.

Farther on, penguin colonies stretch as far as the eye can see, forming something of a counterpart to the vast groups of elephant seals, while seals dart gracefully through the polar waters. Among the scenes announced, the film features an extraordinary gathering of fin whales and humpback whales, described as an underwater ballet never before captured on film.

With its images of extreme landscapes and wildlife encounters, Antarctica invites viewers to witness the richness of an ecosystem that is as spectacular as it is fragile. A movie outing to consider for families, nature lovers, the curious, and anyone who dreams of exploring the farthest reaches of the planet. Tickets cost €15 per adult and €12 for under-26s.

Our verdict:

The team behind Antarctica, directed by Frédi Devas, has made a highly successful documentary with a clear, easy-to-follow narrative thread. We discover the seabed of this mysterious continent, learn that seal pups cannot swim until ten days after birth, witness male elephant seals fight and watch tiny penguins go about their lives. Yet in these extreme lands, every species must fight to live and survive—against the cold, predators and even humans, who hunt some of them. The images are magnificent, enhanced by IMAX technology, which makes the experience even more immersive and reveals the treasures Antarctica holds.

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