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Great Experiments

BBC One
on BBC One London

Four films about turning points in science presented by Professor Heinz Wolff
2: Keepers of Light
While on honeymoon in Italy, WILLIAM HENRY FOXTALBOT conceived the idea of making pictures draw themselves by the action of light. By 1835, he had discovered the secret that led to modern photography. Film editor CHRIS GILDERS
Directed by ROBIN MUDGE (R) (e)

Contributors

Presented By:
Professor Heinz Wolff
Unknown:
William Henry Foxtalbot
Directed By:
Robin Mudge
Source: Radio Times

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