​Go Nose-To-Nose And Fin-To-Fin With Sharks - A New 3D Documentary Takes A Scenic Dive Into Uncharted Depths To Uncover Shark Secrets

“Shark Kingdom is more than just a film — it’s an invitation to explore the wonders of our ocean through the lens of science,” said Joseph P. Cox, President and CEO of MODS. “By showcasing these extraordinary creatures on South Florida’s largest screen, we aim to spark curiosity, inspire future marine scientists and deepen public understanding of the essential role sharks play in the health of our planet. This film powerfully supports our mission of connecting people to inspiring science through immersive, educational experiences.”

Shark Kingdom is an epic family adventure, revealing how the ocean's top predator uses hidden super senses to be a key player in the marine ecosystem. The movie grew from a childhood fascination with sharks from Filmmaker, Biologist and Diver Matthew Tomaszewski, who spent years filming sharks.

“A giant screen 3D film on sharks was like a three-word pitch,” Tomaszewski recounts excitedly. “There are a lot of details in terms of their behavior and their physiology that you don't get to see on a normal TV screen. To be able to show the grandeur and detail of some of these amazing creatures on the giant screen was really exciting.”

Tomaszewski and the crew traversed the world in search of some of the highest concentrations of sharks: the Maldives, Tahiti, the Cook Islands; Lord Howe Island, the Australian version of Galapagos Islands; even a tiny island deep in the Southern Ocean, home to great whites. By virtue of having healthy shark populations, these places are also quite untouched and incredibly photogenic for the giant screen.

Carrying hundreds of kilos of giant screen filming equipment off the grid is no vacation, however. Underwater filming is a complex puzzle of weather, ocean currents and the sharks themselves. Audiences will be treated to the best and most magical moments captured on camera - think seas so clear you can see the clouds from 30 meters below water and being surrounded by more than one hundred sharks swimming peacefully around you.

Through the eyes of shark scientists, divers and even a “shark whisperer,” audiences will see another side of sharks. The filmmakers hope that the women who study and protect sharks in this film will inspire the young and young-at-heart.

“Adventure can be right on your doorstep, and nature is all around us. With curiosity and passion, you never really know what you might discover,” Tomaszewski reflects.

Shark Kingdom is produced by Definition Studios and distributed by K2 Studios. For more information, visit: www.sharkkingdomfilm.com.

The AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science is located at 401 Southwest 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. The film Shark Kingdom is included in the MODS Discovery Pass, an all-in-one ticket that includes Museum exhibitions, live science demonstrations and one IMAX® documentary film. For tickets, please visit: https://mods.org/tickets - And for showtimes, please visit: https://mods.org/showtimes.

About the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater

The AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater, owned and operated by the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS), offers an immersive and unparalleled experience on the largest IMAX® screen in Florida, certified by the Giant Screen Cinema Association (GSCA). Equipped with IMAX® GT 4K dual laser projectors and a 15/70mm projection system, it is one of only five theaters in the United States to offer this format. This technology transforms the viewing experience on the six-story-high screen, enhanced by a State-Of-The-Art 12-channel sound system with 114 speakers delivering 52,000 watts of digital sound. From the faintest whisper to the earth-shaking force of a volcanic eruption, audiences will feel every moment like never before. The AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater is the only location in South Florida where you can experience the power of IMAX® with Dual Laser. For showtimes, please visit: https://mods.org/showtimes. Private screenings are available, please inquire by emailing: booking@mods.org.

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Founded in 1976 as the Discovery Center, today the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is at the forefront of science education, innovation and exploration. MODS connects people to inspiring science, providing STEM education and cultural experiences for 450,000+ visitors annually in the 150,000 Square Foot facility. MODS is a 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit organization that has been accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) for three decades. MODS has added to that distinction by being named Broward’s Hub for Resilience Education by the Board of the Community Foundation of Broward, selected by the LEGO Foundation as one of only 21 museums nationwide to join the Playful Learning Museum Network and awarded the prestigious 2023 IMLS National Medal for Museum Service.

The Museum welcomes visitors from all walks of life. The Museum hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. From Friday, June 13th, through Friday, August 8th, the Museum will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays; excluding Saturday, June 28th. MODS is located downtown at 401 Southwest Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312.

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