06 Oct 2009
Darwin's Darkest Hour
In 1858 Charles Darwin struggles to publish one of the most controversial scientific theories ever conceived, while he and his wife Emma confront family tragedy.
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Jean-Pierre Marielle Charles Darwin
Alain Bouzigues Charles Darwin jeune
Blanche Eluel Emma Darwin
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