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The Messenger: A Story of mRNA

Synopsis

The Messenger documentary film is revealing a fascinating story of mRNA technology applied in the recent Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer/ BioNTech and Moderna. Unaware of the upcoming pandemic 2020, researchers were initally looking for the best gene therapy methods to fight cancer, AIDS and other deadly diseases.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch, Tareq Daoud, Ev Durán
Screenplay & Story
Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch, Tareq Daoud, Ev Durán
Original Title
The Messenger: A Story of mRNA
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
53m
Production Studios
RTS, Cinéforom, Loterie Romande, 2 Hérons Production

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch, Tareq Daoud, Ev Durán

Screenplay & Story

Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch, Tareq Daoud, Ev Durán

Film Editing

Kostas Makrinos, Bronwen Cowley

Producers

Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch

Department Leadership Roster

Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch

Producer

Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch

Director

Tareq Daoud

Director

Ev Durán

Director

Kostas Makrinos

Editor

Bronwen Cowley

Editor

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Messenger: A Story of mRNA

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Messenger: A Story of mRNA about?

The Messenger documentary film is revealing a fascinating story of mRNA technology applied in the recent Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer/ BioNTech and Moderna. Unaware of the upcoming pandemic 2020, researchers were initally looking for the best gene therapy methods to fight cancer, AIDS and other deadly diseases.

Who directed The Messenger: A Story of mRNA?

The Messenger: A Story of mRNA was directed by Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch, Tareq Daoud, Ev Durán.

Who stars in The Messenger: A Story of mRNA?

The principal cast of The Messenger: A Story of mRNA includes Katalin Karikó.

When was The Messenger: A Story of mRNA released and how long is it?

The Messenger: A Story of mRNA was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 53m.