The Lost Neanderthals
Thorin, le dernier Néandertalien
Synopsis
The Mandrin Cave in southern France has been attracting the attention of archaeologists for 30 years. The cave was regularly occupied in prehistoric times, and a remarkable record of human habitation going back thousands of years has been preserved by its soils. In 2015, the remains of a Neanderthal were uncovered, and the archaeological evidence points to this individual, named Thorin, living in close proximity to newly arrived Homo sapiens. This documentary follows an international team of scientists as they discover and investigate precious relics of the Paleolithic period, resulting in groundbreaking revelations about the human populations of around 50,000 years ago as researchers uncover some of the secrets of the Mandrin Cave.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pascal Cuissot
- Original Title
- Thorin, le dernier Néandertalien
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- BBC, BBC Four, ARTE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pascal Cuissot
Department Leadership Roster
Pascal Cuissot
Director
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is The Lost Neanderthals about?
The Mandrin Cave in southern France has been attracting the attention of archaeologists for 30 years. The cave was regularly occupied in prehistoric times, and a remarkable record of human habitation going back thousands of years has been preserved by its soils. In 2015, the remains of a Neanderthal were uncovered, and the archaeological evidence points to this individual, named Thorin, living in close proximity to newly arrived Homo sapiens. This documentary follows an international team of scientists as they discover and investigate precious relics of the Paleolithic period, resulting in groundbreaking revelations about the human populations of around 50,000 years ago as researchers uncover some of the secrets of the Mandrin Cave.
Who directed The Lost Neanderthals?
The Lost Neanderthals was directed by Pascal Cuissot.
Who stars in The Lost Neanderthals?
The principal cast of The Lost Neanderthals includes Fiona Hampton.
When was The Lost Neanderthals released and how long is it?
The Lost Neanderthals was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lost Neanderthals?
The Lost Neanderthals holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).