William Albert Robinson (2023)

William Albert Robinson became famous in 1931 after a world tour of more than 3 years on a sailboat of only 10 meters long. In 2019, a research centre in his name was inaugurated in Tahiti where he fought to eradicate filariasis. Between these two dates, the film traces the extraordinary life of one of the last navigators of the 20th century. But the film also seeks to reveal the intimate truth of an elusive, complex, and fascinating man.

Director: Paul Manaté, Denis Pinson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Country: French Polynesia
Language: Français
Original Language: en
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What is William Albert Robinson about?
William Albert Robinson became famous in 1931 after a world tour of more than 3 years on a sailboat of only 10 meters long. In 2019, a research centre in his name was inaugurated in Tahiti where he fought to eradicate filariasis. Between these two dates, the film traces the extraordinary life of one of the last navigators of the 20th century. But the film also seeks to reveal the intimate truth of an elusive, complex, and fascinating man.
Who directed William Albert Robinson?
William Albert Robinson was directed by Paul Manaté, Denis Pinson.
How long is William Albert Robinson?
William Albert Robinson has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is William Albert Robinson?
William Albert Robinson is a Documentary film.
Where was William Albert Robinson produced?
William Albert Robinson was produced in French Polynesia.