2020 | France | Documentary

L’histoire Au Scalpel - Descartes, Autopsie D’un Génie

  • French - 52 mins
  • Director | Dominique Adt
  • Writer | Dominique Adt, Philippe Charlier
  • Producer | -

STATUS: Released

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In a display case at the Museum of Mankind, a skull covered with Latin inscriptions has been resting since the 19th century. For many, it is believed to belong to the famous philosopher, René Descartes. Anthropologist and forensic physician Philippe Charlier investigates this fascinating and surprising story from 1650 to the present day.

Descartes Skull Anthropology Forensic Science René Descartes Museum of Mankind Latin Inscriptions Investigation
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