The title of this documentary completely explains the personality of the man who engineered it. The term endurance and the name Shackleton would forever become synonymous after the events of this ill-fated expedition. The goal of the expedition was to claim Antarctica for England, but as England was in the midst of a fearful war with Germany at the time (1914-1916), the expedition had little or no fanfare. Initially, the trapping of the ship ENDURANCE in the ice, seemed to be an unfortunate end to the lives of all the men on the expedition. But the fortitude and endurance of Shackleton were to be formidable opponents for the great forces of nature. The film is impeccably presented in interviews and photos, along with a haunting score. It is an unforgettable experience and certainly inspirational to all who are fortunate enough to view it. Whenever you think you are having a rough time of it, all you have to do is think about Shackleton and the men on this expedition, and you will quickly minimize your difficulties.
Review of The Endurance
