Dust of Life (1953) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language

1953 · 22 mins · French

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Directed by

Georges Franju

Starring

Georges Hubert

The planet is covered in dust and particles of every kind, both natural and human‑generated. This pervasive condition creates numerous public‑health challenges, most notably silicosis and related respiratory diseases. The film examines how various occupations—such as flax farming, porcelain and cement manufacturing, and coal mining—expose workers to hazardous dust, detailing the specific risks and consequences of each activity.