07 Sep 2025
A Life Illuminated
A journey into the extraordinary life and legacy of pioneering marine biologist Edie Widder.
Top Billed Cast
Laurent Ballesta Biologiste photographe
Jacques Rougerie Architecte
Bruno David paléontologue en science de l'évolution et de la biodiversité
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