Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography (2022)
Meet the most misunderstood element on Earth.
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: Niobe Thompson, Daniella Ortega
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 86 min
Release Date: March 31, 2022
Cast
- Sarah Snook - Voice of Carbon (voice)
- Neil deGrasse Tyson - Self
- Mark Miodownik - Self
- Robert Hazen - Self
Screenplay
Music: Jonathan Kawchuk
Editing: Andrew Arestides ASE
Production: Genepool Productions, Handful of Films, CBC
Country: Australia, Canada
Language: English
Budget: $1M
Original Language: en
Keywords
environmental
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography about?
- 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.
- Who directed Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography?
- Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography was directed by Niobe Thompson, Daniella Ortega.
- Who stars in Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography?
- Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography stars Sarah Snook, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Mark Miodownik, Robert Hazen.
- How long is Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography?
- Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
- What genre is Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography?
- Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography is a Documentary film.
- What is the budget of Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography?
- Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography had a budget of $1M.
- Where was Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography produced?
- Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography was produced in Australia, Canada.