Vitrum: Rome's glass revolution

In 2013, Italian engineer Guido Gay located an ancient sunken ship between Corsica and Italy, at a depth of 360 meters. Initially thought to be mere ballast, its cargo turned out to be made up of tons of raw and processed glass. A Franco-Italian team embarked to explore the wreck.

This documentary blends archaeological research, science and history to reveal the essential role played by glass in everyday Roman life. From tableware to windows, its manufacture and distribution were revolutionized by the expansion of the Empire and maritime trade. With never-before-seen underwater images, CGI reconstructions and analyses by international specialists, the film plunges into the heart of a fascinating investigation into a material that shaped civilization.