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Strange is Normal The Amazing Life of Colin Wilson (2010) | Slate

Strange is Normal The Amazing Life of Colin Wilson

Colin Wilson's science fiction novels have inspired Hollywood films and his circle of friends included such people as Marilyn Monroe, Sir Laurence Olivier & Roald Dahl. This documentary interview is nothing less than a super-up-close-and-personal visit with the legendary author and philosopher, Colin Wilson.

Released: 2010
Genres: Documentary

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Philip GardinerDirector

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