The Fossil Story (1953)
In this film, Shell Oil situates its extractive process as an episode within geologic time, naturalizing its products even as it inspires wonder. It contrasts the impatience of the suburban husband wanting to drive his car against the expansive scale of fossil history. According to Shell, with the drilling of oil, “The cycle is complete. Nature’s plan is quite perfect” – the question of where we might fall within such a purported cycle, and what nature may have in store for us, remains an open one.
Director: Ted Robinson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
Release Date: December 16, 1953
Cast
- Pat McGeehan - Narrator (voice)
Production: Shell Oil Company
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Fossil Story about?
- In this film, Shell Oil situates its extractive process as an episode within geologic time, naturalizing its products even as it inspires wonder. It contrasts the impatience of the suburban husband wanting to drive his car against the expansive scale of fossil history. According to Shell, with the drilling of oil, “The cycle is complete. Nature’s plan is quite perfect” – the question of where we might fall within such a purported cycle, and what nature may have in store for us, remains an open one.
- Who directed The Fossil Story?
- The Fossil Story was directed by Ted Robinson.
- Who stars in The Fossil Story?
- The Fossil Story stars Pat McGeehan.
- How long is The Fossil Story?
- The Fossil Story has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
- What genre is The Fossil Story?
- The Fossil Story is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Fossil Story produced?
- The Fossil Story was produced in United States of America.