Portrait documentaire d'Hubert Reeves, humaniste et écologiste engagé. Son combat : laisser aux générations futures une planète habitable. Les heures sont comptées, croit-il. Il nous rappelle les découvertes scientifiques qui font de nous les «enfants du cosmos» et, à ce titre, nous rendent responsables de la survie d'une terre promise, laquelle menace de devenir notre enfer...
Ages 11 to 17
Geography - Environmental Issues
Science - Physical Science
Science - Space
Social Studies - Environmental Challenges
This film is an excellent way to introduce students to astrophysics. Through the personal story of Hubert Reeves, students become familiar with various scientific phenomena and personalities. After viewing the film, students can be asked to research one of the science subject covered. The documentary may be broken down into several segments, depending on the science subject to be focused on in class. It can also be worthwhile to highlight what sorts of factors can motivate someone to become a scientist.