Birth of language (TEFC)

Canada, 1986

Film
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The Birth of Language explores the origin of human language. It examines the differences between human language and animal communication, the relationship of language and thought. The film traces the evolution of humans and their separation from animals.

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Credits

director

Paul Jay

production company

High Road Productions Inc

Duration

01:00:00:00

Production places
Canada
Production dates
1986

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