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Rethinking the Gauls

The idea of the primitive Gauls, living in the forest until they were civilized and assimilated into the Roman Empire, is now regarded as totally obsolete. In this film, archaeologists and historians uncover Gaulish settlements to reveal the true face of the Gauls. A civilisation with high level of craftsmanship, that prized trade, developed cities and developed their own culture and religion. A civilisation that left their own mark on Europe…

PRODUCTION INFO

  • Year: 2018
  • Duration: 90 & 52 mins
  • Production: Eclectic
  • Director: Philippe Tourancheau
  • Available Versions: ENG, FRA
  • Country of production: France

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