Scott of the Antarctic
film by Frend [1948]
Scott of the Antarctic, British adventure film, released in 1948, that chronicles the legendary ill-fated South Pole expedition (1910–12) of British explorer Robert Falcon Scott. Scott (played by John Mills) organizes an expedition to Antarctica for the purpose of being the first to reach the South Pole. After enduring a series of setbacks from the harsh elements, he and his team of five finally reach their destination only to find the Norwegian flag—explorer Roald Amundsen had beat them to their goal. Dejected, Scott and his team begin the long return journey to their camp. Battling treacherous weather and exhaustion, Scott ...(100 of 158 words)