The Great Butterfly Adventure: Africa to Britain with the Painted Lady
The Great Butterfly Adventure: Africa to Britain with the Painted Lady is one of the most talked-about movies released in 2016, attracting audiences with its cinematic storytelling and memorable performances.
The migration of the painted lady has long fascinated scientists, artists and nature lovers alike. The longest butterfly migration on earth, it sees millions of these delicate creatures travel from the desert fringes of north Africa, across thousands of miles of land and sea, before settling in the UK. However, the migration has never truly been understood, the mysteries of the painted lady never unravelled - until now. This documentary reveals the secrets of this extraordinary phenomenon. Observed, investigated and analysed by presenter Martha Kearney and entomologist Dr James Logan, it employs groundbreaking techniques to unlock the secrets of the painted ladies.
