Drain Alcatraz
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Drain Alcatraz

Using cutting edge visual effects to 'drain' the waters around the notorious island of Alcatraz. With the waters drained away the secrets of Alcatraz are revealed, including exactly why the island's infamous prison was so inescapable. With no water in the way San Francisco Bay is revealed to be a fascinating and chaotic place. On the dry bay floor we see the scars left by epic earthquakes. These f...ault lines give scientists an idea as to when and where the next 'big one' will strike. With the whole area drained it's possible to see what could happen to San Francisco when the next giant quake hits, as well as what will be left of Alcatraz once the dust settles.
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Immerse yourself in the mysteries of Alcatraz with Drain Alcatraz (2017), a thrilling documentary that utilizes cutting-edge visual effects to drain the waters surrounding the notorious prison island. As the waters recede, long-held secrets are uncovered, shedding light on why Alcatraz's prison was so famously inescapable.

With the bay floor exposed, viewers are treated to a glimpse of San Francisco Bay, a captivating and tumultuous place. The scars left by past earthquakes are highlighted, providing valuable insight for scientists predicting future seismic activity. These fault lines serve as a grim reminder of the imminent danger the city faces, raising the question of what will happen when the next big one strikes.

Drain Alcatraz not only explores the potential devastation that could befall San Francisco, but also delves into the aftermath of such a catastrophic event on Alcatraz itself. Through vivid imagery, viewers are able to envision the remnants of the island prison once the dust settles.

Immerse yourself in the intrigue of Alcatraz and uncover the secrets lying beneath the bay's surface with Drain Alcatraz, a visually stunning documentary that explores the impact of earthquakes on San Francisco and reveals the hidden depths of this iconic location.

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Drain Alcatraz

Release Date:

19 Dec 2017

Writers:

Christopher Blow

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