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Three Wise Men: Parallel Lines

"There's no denying the next century will be defined by the answers to one big question: how do we solve our dire energy crisis?"

Featuring in-depth insight into the journeys of three men – born countries apart, generations apart, "Parallel Lines" explores the almost mythical connection they share in shaping Earth's technological standing and sustainability – past, present and future. Because regardless of where and when these men were born, they all have one thing in common: they were encouraged from a young age to envision a better world.

Top Cast

  • Deane Thomas

    Deane Thomas

  • Michael Atchia

    Michael Atchia

  • Joshua Rose

    Joshua Rose

    Nikola Tesla

  • Nawfal Atchia

    Nawfal Atchia

    Swami Vivekenanda

  • Mahmade Meersaheb

    Mahmade Meersaheb

    Amode Ibrahim Atchia

Overview

Featuring in-depth insight into the journeys of three men – born countries apart, generations apart, "Parallel Lines" explores the almost mythical connection they share in shaping Earth's technological standing and sustainability – past, present and future. Because regardless of where and when these men were born, they all have one thing in common: they were encouraged from a young age to envision a better world.

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