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201778 minPGdocumentary

Consciousness Studies

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201778 minPGdocumentary

Two contrasting perspectives, that of a gravedigger and an astrophysicist, examine how to confront the unknown and address the fear of death.

Consciousness Studies

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Menios Carayannis

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Two contrasting perspectives, that of a gravedigger and an astrophysicist, examine how to confront the unknown and address the fear of death.

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Menios Carayannisdirector

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A gravedigger and an astrophysicist discuss their perspectives on life and death. Through personal stories and scientific insights, they address human fears about mortality. The film examines how different viewpoints can come together to form a broader understanding of existence. It runs for 78 minutes and was released in 2017, presenting a unique dialogue between science and individual experiences.

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