Plot Summary

The animated documentary Proteus explores the nineteenth century's engagement with the undersea world through science, technology, painting, poetry and myth. The central figure of the film is biologist and artist Ernst Haeckel, who found in the depths of the sea an ecstatic and visionary fusion of science and art.

Movie Details

Original Title
Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision
Status
released
Original Language
en

Where to watch free (US)

Kanopy

Production Companies

Night Fire Films