Krakatoa

Duration: 12:00

Year Published: 1933

Creator: producer, Joe Rock ; narrative and editing, Forrest Izard.

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

Credits: Rock, Joe, -1984.; Izard, Forrest.; Bekker, J.H.; McNamee, Graham.; Audio Brandon Films.

Description: Pacific Film Archive collection; non-circulating. CBPF.; Described by Graham McNamee ; photography, J.H. Bekker.; Audio Brandon Catalog of International Cinema, 1974-1975 p. 595.; Pictures several volcanoes and explains the geologic conditions necessary to produce an eruption. Describes how the eruption of Krakatoa in 1883 blew half of a large island into the air, produced a tidal wave, caused an air wave that was traced seven times around the world, and produced dust that dimmed the sun all over the world for months after. Includes maps and diagrams.; PFA 1612-108-8418. D0108

Metadata Source:BERKELEY ART MUSEUM AND PACIFIC FILM ARCHIVE