The read
It runs a compact 58m.
Synopsis
The first transatlantic communications cable, traversing the ocean floor from Valentia Island, County Kerry, to Newfoundland, Canada, 165 years ago was an 8 year endeavor that helped lay the foundation of the modern technology industry and explains the fragility of undersea cables today.
Ratings
IMDb7.2/10
2 audience votes
Key crew
- Ruán MaganDirector
- Ruán MaganWriter
- Ronan ColemanOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Jessie BuckleySelf - Narrator (voice)
Stills
Themes
technologyatlantic oceanelectric installationcommunicationscience historytelecommunicationshistorical documentary