The Genius of George Boole

Nan
0h 59m
2015
7.5 /10 (4)

Overview

Narrated by Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons, The Genius of George Boole assembles academics and industry leaders from across the globe to explore the life and importance of one of the world’s greatest unsung heroes.

Country : United Kingdom
Languages : English
Released Date: 2015-09-01

Top Billed Cast

Jeremy Irons

Narrator (voice)

Mark McAuley

George Boole

David Martin

Young George Boole

Emanuele Pelucchi

Self

Michael B. Murphy

Self

David Puttnam

Self

Desmond MacHale

Self

Bill Liao

Self

Rory McInerney

Self

Mark Hocknull

Self

Anthony Morse

Self

Brad Friedman

Self

Geoffrey Hinton

Self

Aidan Jordan

John Boole

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