Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography

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. 

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  • Release Date: 2022-03-31
  • Runtime: 1h 26min
  • Directors: Niobe Thompson, Daniella Ortega.

Where to Watch Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography Online

You can now watch Carbon: The Unauthorised Biography online on the following streaming services in the United States.

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    Cast

    • Sarah Snook

      Voice of Carbon (voice)

    • Neil deGrasse Tyson

      Self

    • Mark Miodownik

      Self

    • Robert Hazen

      Self

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