Walking With Neanderthals: Exclusive Footage Of The Le Rozel Excavation

This video follows archaeologist Dominique Cliquet and his team at the Le Rozel site in Normandy, where they have made a discovery of global importance: over 1,500 Neanderthal footprints and handprints preserved in ancient sand dunes. Dating back 80,000 years, these "snapshots in time" reveal a complex social structure including adults, adolescents, and even toddlers taking their first steps. The documentary challenges the "primitive" stereotype of Neanderthals, showcasing their advanced tool-making, potential use of footwear, and the emotional empathy shown through burials and care for the elderly.

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