Summary The life of a dinosaur was recreated in amazing detail in the Ballad of Big Al, but how was so much known about an animal that died millions of years ago? This programme tells the story of the extraordinary scientific detective work that got Big Al, the Allosaurus back on his feet. Scientists used forensics, spectacular paleontological finds and studies of his closest living relatives to unravel his intriguing life. Find out the real reason why Big Al earned the reputation as the dinosaur who lived fast and died young.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Kenneth Branagh Avery Brooks
Genres : Adventure Animation Documentary
Release date : Dec 26, 2000
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Filming locations : Arizona, USA
Production companies : British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Discovery Channel BS Asahi
Summary The life of a dinosaur was recreated in amazing detail in the Ballad of Big Al, but how was so much known about an animal that died millions of years ago? This programme tells the story of the extraordinary scientific detective work that got Big Al, the Allosaurus back on his feet. Scientists used forensics, spectacular paleontological finds and studies of his closest living relatives to unravel his intriguing life. Find out the real reason why Big Al earned the reputation as the dinosaur who lived fast and died young.
Genres : Adventure Animation Documentary
Release date : Dec 26, 2000
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Filming locations : Arizona, USA
Production companies : British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Discovery Channel BS Asahi
