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The Secret of Life on Earth

The Secret of Life on Earth

Genres

Documentary

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A breathtaking adventure across five continents and through time to reveal nature's most vital secret. Watch a flying fox gorge itself on a midnight snack of figs. Climb into the prickly jaws of insect-eating plants. Witness a mantis disguised as a flower petal lure its prey to doom.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

42 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

14 October 1993

Country

United States of America

Cast

Patrick Stewart

Patrick Stewart

Narrator (voice)

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