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National Geographic’s "Flying Monsters 3D" Nominated for Two Jackson Hole Science Media Awards

Washington, DC, USA — National Geographic Cinema Ventures & Atlantic Production’s film “Flying Monsters 3D” has been nominated for two Science Media awards by the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival it was announced today. This is the inaugural year for the Science Media Awards Competition, which aim to recognize the outstanding media that best illustrates the wonders of science for a broad audience.

“Flying Monsters 3D” was nominated in the categories of “Earth and Environmental Science” and “Best Hosted or Presenter-Led Program.” National Geographic received several other award nominations for its television programming. For more information on the awards, visit http://jhfestival.org/sciencemedia/index.htm

About “Flying Monsters 3D”
“Flying Monsters 3D” is a state-of-the-art adventure film that immerses audiences in the world of prehistoric pterosaurs, a mysterious group of winged vertebrates that ruled the skies while dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Applying the same state-of-the-art 3D CGI technology used in “Avatar,” “Flying Monsters” also employs pioneering scientific techniques that reveal new details about pterosaurs. The story is told from a series of stunning environments around the world, where discoveries have been made that help us understand the incredible evolution of pterosaurs and resolve mysteries that have intrigued scientists for more than two centuries. The film was written and narrated by world-renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough, and produced by award-winning Atlantic Productions in association with Sky 3D.

“Flying Monsters 3D” has grossed more than $7 million worldwide since opening in late 2011, playing in 70 theaters in 14 countries.
Joe Kleiman
Joe Kleimanhttp://wwww.themedreality.com
Raised in San Diego on theme parks, zoos, and IMAX films, InPark's Senior Correspondent Joe Kleiman would expand his childhood loves into two decades as a projectionist and theater director within the giant screen industry. In addition to his work in commercial and museum operations, Joe has volunteered his time to animal husbandry at leading facilities in California and Texas and has played a leading management role for a number of performing arts companies. Joe previously served as News Editor and has remained a contributing author to InPark Magazine since 2011. HIs writing has also appeared in Sound & Communications, LF Examiner, Jim Hill Media, The Planetarian, Behind the Thrills, and MiceChat His blog, ThemedReality.com takes an unconventional look at the attractions industry. Follow on twitter @ThemesRenewed Joe lives in Sacramento, California with his wife, dog, and a ghost.

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