"If you think you know Antarctica as a barren and lifeless place, except for a few penguins, think again. Dive intoAntarctica Unearthed, where National Geographic Explorer Ariel Waldman takes you on a breathtaking journey to the most extreme and alien landscape on Earth-the Dry Valleys of Antarctica. Once called "the valley of the dead" by early explorers, this stunning documentary peels back the icy layers of the planet's harshest ecosystem, revealing the ingenious survival tactics of its tiny, elusive animal inhabitants."
"You're invited to a sneak peek screening of Antarctica Unearthed, followed by a Q&A with the director, Ariel Waldman.This is an exclusive sneak peek just for you before the series premieres on PBS in April 2026. Free to attend, but registration is required: https://arielwaldman.com/screening 7:00pm Doors Open 7:30pm Show Begins 8:30pm Q&A with the Director, hosted by SETI astronomer Seth Shostak"
Antarctica Unearthed journeys into the Dry Valleys, an extreme, alien landscape once called "the valley of the dead." The film reveals that Antarctica is a frozen desert teeming with life, showcasing tiny, elusive animal inhabitants and their ingenious survival tactics. A two-month solo expedition documents microscopic wildlife and remote locations using majestic aerial views and groundbreaking microscopic imagery. The film combines large-scale landscapes with close-up science to highlight ecological paradoxes and biological tenacity in harsh ecosystems. The premiere event includes a sneak-peek screening, a Q&A hosted by a SETI astronomer, and celebrates the launch of a new production company.
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