IMAX Film Library for Field Trips
Through IMAX technology, journey to distant lands, outer space, the depths of the ocean or even through time without leaving your seat. Experience the immersive power of The Tech's IMAX Dome Theater. See, hear and feel more with crystal clear images up to eight stories high and 13,000 watts of wrap-around digital surround sound.
Check our calendar for regular showing IMAX films or a group of 50 or more can book a 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. show with a film from our IMAX library. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. shows and IMAX films are based upon availability.
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Hurricane on the Bayou
A powerfully moving large format film unlike any other, Hurricane on the Bayou carries students behind today’s news headlines on a journey deep into the soul-stirring heart of Louisiana – before, during and after the unprecedented devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Unfolding against the poignant backdrop of the most costly natural disaster in America’s history, MacGillivray Freeman’s IMAX® cameras follow a group of four musicians, both legendary and rising, as they explore the electrifying culture of New Orleans: speed through the beautiful, alligator-filled bayous on airboats; recount their heart-wrenching, personal stories of Katrina; and most of all, bring the focus to the rapidly disappearing wetlands that are New Orleans’ first line of defense against deadly storms. Vanishing at an astonishing rate of one acre every 38 minutes according to the U.S. Geological Survey, the wealth, cultural vitality and very future of New Orleans depend on the preservation of these wetlands.
Forces of Nature
There are nearly 500,000 earthquakes, over 1,000 tornadoes, and about 50 volcanoes erupting around the world each year. The science stories in Forces of Nature are augmented with computer graphics sequences designed to illustrate the inner workings of these forces.
Forces of Nature lets you experience what it's like when the ground shakes, mountains explode and the sky turns black and violent. Follow scientists on their groundbreaking quests to understand how these natural disasters are triggered. Learn what is being done to predict and prepare for these events — and minimize their destructive forces.
California Content Standards: Grade 4: 4, 5, 5a; Grade 5: 3, 3c; Grade 6: 1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 1g, 2, 2d, 3, 3a, 3c, 4, 4c, 4d, 4e; Grade 7: 4, 4a, 4b, 4c, 4d, 4f
The IMAX Library Films
The following films are available to groups of 50 or more at 10 a.m.
Coral Reef Adventure
In Coral Reef Adventure follow the real-life expedition of ocean explorers and underwater filmmakers Howard and Michele Hall. The Halls guide us to the islands and sun-drenched waters of the South Pacific to document the health and beauty of coral reefs.
Visit reefs that are flourishing and see many interesting reef inhabitants. See how reef animals rely on each other in surprising ways. But sadly, also swim through vast stretches of bleached coral boneyards, and learn how our actions may cause these devastating results. Coral Reef Adventure highlights the growing global effort to understand, appreciate and protect our planet's coral reefs.
California Content Standards: Grade 4: 2a, 2b, 3a; Grade 6: 2a, 2c; Grade 7: 3e; Grade 8: 8; Grades 9-12 (Biology): 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 6e; (Earth Science): 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 7a, 7b
Everest
Everest is the dramatic true story of a team of climbers who found hope, strength and triumph in the wake of tragedy. Their successful ascent of Mount Everest just days after fellow mountaineers and friends died there is a compelling story about the human spirit and a mountain they love, respect and sometimes fear.
In Everest travel across creaking icefalls and gaping chasms, up dangerous, towering cliffs, through a harrowing rescue, and into the danger zone of oxygen-thin altitude. The film also reveals how this tallest mountain was formed and continues to evolve, how high altitude challenges a climber's physical and mental capabilities.
California Content Standards: Grade 6: 1, 1a, 1e, Grades 9-12 (Biology/ Life Science): 9, 9.a, 9.b, Grades 9-12 (Earth Science): 3, 3a, 3b, 3c, 6c
Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West
With stunning aerial cinematography and meticulous recreations, Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West dramatizes the legendary early 19th-century expedition that crossed the uncharted North American West. Join a mission that tested their courage; an expedition that challenged their resolve; and a journey that shaped a nation.
Travel back 200 years in Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West to experience this monumental quest- to find a water passageway to the Pacific Ocean and describe for science the wonders of the West. Along with Meriwether Lewis & William Clark embark on the adventure, danger and beauty of the unmapped West.
California Content Standards: Grade 3: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3; Grade 5: 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.8, 5.8.3; Grade 8: 8.6.1, 8.8, 8.8.2, 8.12.1, 8.12.2
Mystery of the Nile
Mystery of the Nile is a breathtaking cinematic adventure that takes you on an expedition down the world's greatest and most deadly river, the Blue Nile. For 114 days, a team of explorers face challenges as they make their way along all 3,260 miles of the river to become the first in history to complete a full descent of the Blue Nile from source to sea.
Audiences will feel like they are riding on the team's 16-foot rafts as they crash through the rapids in Ethiopia's remote desert canyons. They will feel the intense heat as the team traverses the desert plains of Sudan. Mystery of the Nile also explores lesser-known Nubian kingdoms- Sudan and Ethiopia.
California Content Standards: Grade 4: 5, 5a, 5b, 5c; Grade 5: 3, 3d, 3e; Grade 6: 2, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d
- Educator Resources - http://www.nilefilm.com/guide.htm
Mystic India
Mystic India rediscovers India, a land of many mysteries and fascinations, the land that all desire to see. Of all such mysteries, perhaps none is greater than the true story of an 11-year old child yogi, Neelkanth, who took an extraordinary journey. From 1792 to 1799, he walked alone, 8000 miles for 7 years through India.
Mystic India takes you through icy peaks to the cool blue Lake Mansarovar, into the jungles of Sunderbans and the rainforests of Assam, through deserts and to the shores of South India. Explore and learn from the majesty and mysticism of India's art and architecture, music and dance, faces and festivals, customs and costumes.
Wired to Win
Wired to Win: Surviving the Tour de France will study of the various aspects of the human brain and its ability to help us achieve success in the face of obstacles. Through a combination of cutting edge computer graphic digital animation, strong and inspiring personal stories and unprecedented IMAX footage, this film will entertain and, inspire audiences of all ages.
In Wired to Win we discover the dynamic nature of the human brain and its incredible ability to adapt and respond to the world. Through the eyes of the cyclists, audiences will learn of the incredible demands of the Tour, and the remarkable ability of the human brain.
- Give Your Brain a Workout! - Wired to Win Fun
- Educator Resources - http://www.wiredtowinthemovie.com/theResources.html