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Exploring Humanity's Hidden Depths in 'Underland' Documentary

3/25/2026

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Rob Petit's essay-documentary Underland, based on Robert Macfarlane's book, examines subterranean spaces and their significance to humanity.
The film features Mexican archaeologist Fátima Tec Pool descending into a cenote in the Yucatán and physicist Mariangela Lisanti studying dark matter in Canada.
Urban explorer Bradley Garrett investigates Las Vegas storm-drain tunnels, revealing underground living conditions.

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Story summary

Rob Petit's essay-documentary Underland, based on Robert Macfarlane's book, examines subterranean spaces and their significance to humanity.
The film features Mexican archaeologist Fátima Tec Pool descending into a cenote in the Yucatán and physicist Mariangela Lisanti studying dark matter in Canada.
Urban explorer Bradley Garrett investigates Las Vegas storm-drain tunnels, revealing underground living conditions.