Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography
“Meet the most misunderstood element on Earth.”
2022•G•1h 26m•6.3•Released
Documentary
With Carbon in the news every day, you might think you know everything about her. But you’d be wrong. This spectacular and surprisingly unorthodox documentary reveals the paradoxical story of the element that builds all life, and yet may end it all. Narrated in first person by Sarah Snook (Succession), Carbon tells of her birth in the violent core of an exploding star and of turbulent sagas through the fabric of our evolving Earth. Accompanied by celebrated scientists, unique animations and a stunning orchestral score, Carbon reminds us of our humble participation in the most extraordinary story in the universe.
Director
Daniella Ortega
Writer
Daniella Ortega
Budget
$1M
Languages
English
Studio
Genepool Productions
Cast
Sarah Snook
Voice of Carbon (voice)
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Self
Mark Miodownik
Self
Robert Hazen
Self
Production
Company
Genepool Productions
Company
Handful of Films
Company
CBC
Producer
Lucy Maclaren
Producer
Niobe Thompson
Producer
Sonya Pemberton
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