Movie: The Forbidden Volcano

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Pierre Vaneck
Pierre Vaneck

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Haroun Tazieff
Haroun Tazieff

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    Set in Zaire, the film follows an expedition exploring the crater of the Niragongo volcano of the Virunga chain, whose eruptions are known for their violence and their massive lava flows.

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    1966-01-01

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