Alien Empire

Synopsis

Six programmes looking at the world of insects, using computer animation and state-of-the art technology to examine insects’ structure, society and communications systems. In six parts: 1) Hardware: external skeletons, breathing systems and strong legs; 2) Replicators: sexual attraction in insects; 3) Battlezone: protective devices; 4) Voyagers: environment; 5) Metropolis: insect communities; 6) War of the Worlds: benefits obtained from insects.

Language

English

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 172 min.

Year of production

1996

Availability

out of distribution

Notes

Broadcast on BBC1 from 15/2/96.

Documentation

Book of same title available.

Uses

Hardware, Replicators, Battlezone, Voyagers, Metropolis, War of the Worlds

Subjects

Biology

Keywords

insects

Credits

Producer

Peter Bassett; Steve Nicholls

Production Company

Name

BBC Television

Distributor

Name

BBC Home Video