Whatpowerful geologic forces collided to carve out this unique region Whatdrives the strong currents that make this ocean so unusually rich innutrients How does life thrive in a seemingly barren landscape OceanOasis mesmerizes us with revealing and memorable scenes that explorethese mysteries. Glide side-by-side with a graceful giant manta ray asit arches and swoops through water sparkling under the hot BajaCalifornia sun. Witness the pageant of migrating whales, the elaboratetango of courting terns, the battles of lumbering elephant seals. Flyover sweeping vistas of snow-capped mountains, vast deserts, palm oases,and mangrove swamps hen plunge into astonishing underwater sequences ofrarely seen marine life In the making of this extraordinary film, ateam of gifted and dedicated scientists explored unknown territories,sometimes at great personal risk. They trekked, flew, and dove to unveilintriguing secrets of isolated areas on land, in the air, and beneaththe sea. Now audiences who would never otherwise see these remotewildernesses can experience their captivating beauty and elusivewildlife.