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Nestled in a cutting-edge vault on the outskirts of Paris, safeguarded by three autonomous keys, lies an innocuous metallic orb no larger than a golf ball. Cloaked within a trio of vacuum-sealed bell jars, its modest appearance belies its unparalleled significance. This sphere, the protagonist of 'The Last Artifact', is a silent influencer, subtly shaping life from cradle to grave, nutrition to transportation, medication to exploration.
The narrative unfolds a high-octane chase to recalibrate the world's weight, unraveling the obscure saga of this crucial celestial globe. This humble hunk of metal, the kilogram, serves as the cornerstone of mass in the International System of Units. Its influence extends beyond our terrestrial confines, propelling mankind to the moon and satellites into the cosmos.
Yet, this seemingly immutable standard bearer of weight has been subtly losing mass, equivalent to the weight of an eyelash, over time. This trivial yet profound change, largely unnoticed by the world, has unwittingly triggered a crisis with potentially catastrophic outcomes. 'The Last Artifact' is a riveting exploration of this underappreciated yet pivotal pivot around which our world balances.
Where to watch The Last Artifact?
The Last Artifact is a documentary movie featuring Miriam Margolyes and directed by Jaime Jacobson.
The Last Artifact is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Pluto TV and Tubi TV and it's also available on Magellan TV.