
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
2005-04-13 · 52 min · Not rated
This documentary delivers a moving portrait of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. The narrative of the life of this Jesuit and scientist of international reputation is read as an adventure novel.
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- Directors
- Robert Mugnerot
- Production companies
- CC&C, KTO TV, Rete Blu SpA, Fondation Teilhard de Chardin, CNC, Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle
- Countries
- France, Italy
- Status
- Released
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