Civilisation - S01E02: The Great Thaw

Name: The Great Thaw
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1969-03-02
Duration: 50 min
Rating: 9

Mar 02, 1969IMDb : 9DocumentarySeason 1, Episode 2

In the second episode Clark tells of the sudden reawakening of European civilisation in the twelfth century . He traces it from its first manifestations in the Abbey of Cluny to its high point, the building of the Chartres cathedral.

Director: Peter Montagnon

Cast: Kenneth Clark

All Episodes - Season 1

01The Skin of Our TeethFeb 23, 1969 02The Great ThawMar 02, 1969 03Romance and RealityMar 09, 1969 04Man: The Measure of all ThingsMar 16, 1969 05The Hero as ArtistMar 23, 1969 06Protest and CommunicationMar 30, 1969 07Grandeur and ObedienceApr 06, 1969 08The Light of ExperienceApr 13, 1969 09The Pursuit of HappinessApr 20, 1969 10The Smile of ReasonApr 27, 1969 11The Worship of NatureMay 04, 1969 12The Fallacies of HopeMay 11, 1969 13Heroic MaterialismMay 18, 1969

Civilisation S01E02 Synopsis

Civilisation "The Great Thaw" is part of the 1337x catalog. This episode is rated an impressive 9.0/10, making it a standout installment of the series. Originally aired on 1969-03-02, this episode is part of Season 1 of Civilisation. Directed by Peter Montagnon, the episode showcases skilled craftsmanship behind the camera. Featuring performances from Kenneth Clark among the cast. With a runtime of 50m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. In the second episode Clark tells of the sudden reawakening of European civilisation in the twelfth century . He traces it from its first manifestations in the Abbey of Cluny to its high point, the building of the Chartres cathedral.