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The Secret of Trees

20134mAlbert Maysles

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13-year-old inventor Aidan has discovered that trees use a mathematical formula to gather sunlight in crowded forests. Now he wonders why we don't collect solar energy the same way.

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What is The Secret of Trees (2013) about?

13-year-old inventor Aidan has discovered that trees use a mathematical formula to gather sunlight in crowded forests. Now he wonders why we don't collect solar energy the same way.

Who stars in The Secret of Trees?

The Secret of Trees stars Aidan Dwyer (Self), Rosamond Kinzler (Self). The film was directed by Albert Maysles.

How long is The Secret of Trees?

The Secret of Trees has a runtime of 4 min and premiered in 2013.

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