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Dna

1969 (estimated) Theatrical National Film Board of Canada

Studio
National Film Board of Canada
Distributor
National Film Board of Canada

Synopsis

The likeness of an offspring to its parents, whatever the species, has been traced to a unique molecule that controls the production of proteins and transmits characteristics. This genetic material, dioxyribonucleic acid, or DNA- the hereditary material of life- is described and illustrated in this film by color animation. Mutations are also discussed. A film for science students.

Credits

Directing

Director
Bané Jovanovic

Producing

Producer
Joseph Koenig, Bané Jovanovic

Writing

Writer
Bané Jovanovic, Al Sens
Commentary
Guy Glover

Animation

Animator
Al Sens, Robert Doucet, Suzanne Olivier

Music

Music
Robert Fleming

Editing

Editor
Lucien Marleau
Sound Editing
Les Halman