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Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision

2004Movie1 h 0 min

AnimationDocumentary
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic67–Rotten Tomatoes24%51%
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic67–Rotten Tomatoes24%51%

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.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at
  • You want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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5 of 5

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Directed by
David Lebrun
Written by
David Lebrun

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Facts

January 1, 2004 · 1 h 0 min · Documentary, Animation, History

Released
January 1, 2004
Runtime
1 h 0 min
Genres
Documentary, Animation, History
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision?"

Questions about Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision

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Where can I stream Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision?

Kanopy

In the United States, Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store.

Is Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 24%, and Metacritic 67). Audiences rate it higher (63 out of 100) than critics (46).

Is Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.