God Under the Microscope

Synopsis

Atheist and scientist Richard Dawkins explores the relationship between science, religion and the pursuit of knowledge, challenging the role of religion and explaining his views about the value of scientific research. He talks with Nobel laureate Dr James Watson, who was involved in the discovery of DNA. Joan Bakewell discusses the issues wtih Dawkins, Michael Heller, Baroness Warnock, Wentzel van Huytssteen and David Starkey. Filmed in Brno in the Czech Republic, and the discussion in the library at Gregor Mendel’s Augustinian monastery in Brno.

Series

Heart of the Matter, Series

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 40 min.

Year of production

1996

Availability

Sale; 1998 sale: £14.99 (inclusive)

Notes

Broadcast on BBC1 29/9/96.

Subjects

Philosophy; Religious studies; Science

Keywords

Dawkins, Richard; genetics; Nobel Prize winners; religious belief and practice; scientific research; Watson, James D

Credits

Producer

Anna Laura Malago

Contributor

Anne Reevell

Cast

James Watson
Joan Bakewell
Richard Dawkins

Sponsor

Name

BBC Television

Distributor

Name

CTVC Video

Email

ctvc@ctc.co.uk

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