The Hadron Collider: In Search of the Peace Particle
A film that blends remarkable access to the Large Hadron Collider with poetry, music and rare archival footage to explore a place where science, politics and culture collide.
In the aftermath of Hiroshima, a group of scientists vowed never to turn knowledge into weapons again, and from that promise, CERN was born.
Deep underground, researchers from nations in conflict have worked side by side for decades, driven by curiosity and shared wonder. For 70 years, CERN has stood as an act of hope, a place where collaboration transcends borders, even as the world above grows more divided.
Blending poetry, music and rare archival footage of nuclear physicist Robert Oppenheimer with remarkable access to the Large Hadron Collider, the film explores how science, politics and culture collide.
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Curiosity, Collaboration and the Peace Particle
Physicist John Ellis reflects on the awe of discovery and international collaboration.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | Elin Rhys |
| Director | Alex Kiehl |
| Production Company | Telesgop |
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