Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing (2015)
Ada Lovelace was a most unlikely computer pioneer. In this film, Dr Hannah Fry tells the story of Ada's remarkable life. Born in the early 19th century, Ada was a countess of the realm, a scandalous socialite and an 'enchantress of numbers'. The film is an enthralling tale of how a life infused with brilliance, but blighted by illness and gambling addiction, helped give rise to the modern era of computing.
Director: Nat Sharman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: September 17, 2015
Cast
- Hannah Fry - Self - Presenter
Production: BBC Scotland
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
computer
More Films by Director: Nat Sharman
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing about?
- Ada Lovelace was a most unlikely computer pioneer. In this film, Dr Hannah Fry tells the story of Ada's remarkable life. Born in the early 19th century, Ada was a countess of the realm, a scandalous socialite and an 'enchantress of numbers'. The film is an enthralling tale of how a life infused with brilliance, but blighted by illness and gambling addiction, helped give rise to the modern era of computing.
- Who directed Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing?
- Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing was directed by Nat Sharman.
- Who stars in Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing?
- Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing stars Hannah Fry.
- How long is Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing?
- Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing?
- Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing is a Documentary film.
- Where was Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing produced?
- Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing was produced in United Kingdom.