The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa
Das Vermächtnis eines Patrons - warum Rudolf Geigy nach Afrika aufbrach
Synopsis
The film shows the genesis of the Swiss Tropical Institute under the direction of Rudolf Geigy. From his employees and students he was partly admired, partly feared. His moods and outbursts were legendary. As a wealthy industrialist, he was able to afford virtually everything and generously invested in the establishment of the Tropical Institute, but also made considerable development aid in Africa. A search for traces with contemporary witnesses.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stéphane Kleeb
- Screenplay & Story
- Stéphane Kleeb
- Original Title
- Das Vermächtnis eines Patrons - warum Rudolf Geigy nach Afrika aufbrach
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Release Date
- 11/09/2018
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Vitascope GmbH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stéphane Kleeb
Stéphane Kleeb
Felix Hulliger
Stéphane Kleeb
Department Leadership Roster
Stéphane Kleeb
Producer
Felix Hulliger
Editor
Stéphane Kleeb
Director
Stéphane Kleeb
Writer
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What is The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa about?
The film shows the genesis of the Swiss Tropical Institute under the direction of Rudolf Geigy. From his employees and students he was partly admired, partly feared. His moods and outbursts were legendary. As a wealthy industrialist, he was able to afford virtually everything and generously invested in the establishment of the Tropical Institute, but also made considerable development aid in Africa. A search for traces with contemporary witnesses.
Who directed The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa?
The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa was directed by Stéphane Kleeb.
Who stars in The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa?
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When was The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa released and how long is it?
The legacy of a driven man - why Rudolf Geigy set out for Africa was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.