Humboldt in Mexico: The Gaze of the Explorer
The greatest explorer of the Americas, German scientist Alexander von Humboldt, narrates his voyage to New Spain in 1803 as he prepares his magnum opus Cosmos for publication from his library in Berlin. During his journey, he discovers Mexico’s extraordinary biodiversity; its mineral, volcanic, architectural, and pre-Hispanic richness; and its profound inequalities.
Documentary
Humboldt in Mexico: The Gaze of the Explorer
Rating
6.3/10
Release Date
2017-07-29
Runtime
85 minutes
Status
Released
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Arte y Cultura en Movimiento
Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT)
Gobierno del Estado de Guanajuato
Gobierno del Estado de Guerrero
Comisión Nacional para el Conocimiento y Uso de la Biodiversidad (CONABIO)
Asociación del Colegio Alemán Alexander von Humboldt