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Dramatizes a fast-paced, made-for-TV movie about the race to solve one of the greatest mysteries of 20th-century science-the structure of DNA. It is the story of the diligent research, creative analysis, and perseverance of James Watson and Francis Crick that led to the discovery. With the help of their colleague, Maurice Wilkins, they also earned the 1962 Nobel Prize. Students of biology and genetics will benefit from the process of problem-solving used to identify the structure of DNA, as well as the clear, concise summary of research evidence. Stars Jeff Goldblum. Accessibility options on the DVD are: (1) audio description, (2) audio description with subtitled description, (2) closed captions, (3) English subtitles formatted for the deaf and hard of hearing with yellow letters outlined in black, (4) English subtitles formatted for the deaf and hard of hearing with white letters on a black background, (5) English subtitles slightly edited for easier reading with yellow letters outlined in black, (6) English subtitles slightly edited for easier reading with white letters on a black background, (7) subtitles plus subtitled audio description at the top of the screen.
Media Details
Runtime: 1 hour 47 minutes
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Biology
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 1987
- Producer/Distributor: Films Media Group
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