Nigel Paterson

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Nigel Paterson

Nigel Paterson is a Primetime Emmy Award-winning British producer and director, known for Walking with Prehistoric Beasts (2001), Planet Dinosaur (2011) and Last One Standing (2007).

Known For

Planet Dinosaur: Ultimate KillersPlanet Dinosaur: Ultimate Killers · 2012
Planet Dinosaur: Ultimate Killers
8.12012
MovieDocumentary
Adapted from the multi-award winning BBC1 series, Planet Dinosaur 3D recreates the lost world of the dinosaurs in a groundbreaking stereoscopic production. This is one of the most ambitious animated programmes ever attempted for broadcast TV, recreating every detail of these extraordinary animals in an entirely digital production that stretches the boundaries of broadcast 3D with a scale and ambition normally reserved for Hollywood feature films. Planet Dinosaur 3D is a thrilling and immersive journey into a lost world. Pulling together cutting edge research from around the world this programme uses the latest, stunning fossil evidence to chart the rise and fall of the 'Ultimate Killers'; from the iconic Spinosaurus, the largest predator ever to walk the Earth, to Microraptor and the feathered, flying dinosaurs from China. At last, thanks to the advances in technology, and for the first time ever, these monsters can be experienced in all their full, magnificent wonder.
The Beginning and End of the UniverseThe Beginning and End of the Universe · 2016
The Beginning and End of the Universe
7.12016
MovieDocumentary
Prof. Jim Al-Khalili tackles the biggest subject of all, the universe. Through a series of critical observations and experiments that revolutionised our understanding of our world Jim guides us through the greatest cosmic detective story of all. He takes us from the beginning of the universe to the end time and answers the question: where did the universe come from and how will it end?
The Beasts WithinThe Beasts Within · 2001
The Beasts Within
9.02001
MovieDocumentary
A closer look at the science of Human evolution, and how much early humans might've contributed to the extinction of large mammals during the Ice Age.
BBC:Bermuda Triangle: Beneath the WavesBBC:Bermuda Triangle: Beneath the Waves · 2004
BBC:Bermuda Triangle: Beneath the Waves
2004
MovieHistoryDrama
Professor Bruce Denardo attempts to prove whether there is any truth behind the legend of the Bermuda Triangle, where many ships and planes have disappeared in mysterious circumstances. New investigation techniques reveal the truth behind the infamous disappearance of Flight 19. Graham Hawkes is also able to reveal, by using a state-of-the-art submarine, how five wrecks mysteriously wound up 730 feet down in the heart of the Bermuda Triangle.
Ghost in Your GenesGhost in Your Genes · 2007
Ghost in Your Genes
2007
Movie
Scientists have long puzzled over the different fates of identical twins: both have the same genes, yet only one may develop a serious disease like cancer or autism. What's going on? Does something else besides genes determine who we are? NOVA explores this startling possibility in this program.
NOVANOVA · 1974
NOVA
7.01974
SeriesDocumentary
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.
Planet DinosaurPlanet Dinosaur · 2011
Planet Dinosaur
7.92011
SeriesDocumentary
The stories of the biggest, deadliest and weirdest creatures ever to walk the Earth, using the latest fossil evidence and immersive computer graphics.
Alien WorldsAlien Worlds · 2020
Alien Worlds
6.82020
SeriesDocumentary
Applying the laws of life on Earth to the rest of the galaxy, this series blends science fact and fiction to imagine alien life on other planets.

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Planet Dinosaur: Ultimate KillersPlanet Dinosaur: Ultimate Killers · 2012
Planet Dinosaur: Ultimate Killers
8.12012
MovieDocumentary
Adapted from the multi-award winning BBC1 series, Planet Dinosaur 3D recreates the lost world of the dinosaurs in a groundbreaking stereoscopic production. This is one of the most ambitious animated programmes ever attempted for broadcast TV, recreating every detail of these extraordinary animals in an entirely digital production that stretches the boundaries of broadcast 3D with a scale and ambition normally reserved for Hollywood feature films. Planet Dinosaur 3D is a thrilling and immersive journey into a lost world. Pulling together cutting edge research from around the world this programme uses the latest, stunning fossil evidence to chart the rise and fall of the 'Ultimate Killers'; from the iconic Spinosaurus, the largest predator ever to walk the Earth, to Microraptor and the feathered, flying dinosaurs from China. At last, thanks to the advances in technology, and for the first time ever, these monsters can be experienced in all their full, magnificent wonder.

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