The Yellow Cruise

The Yellow Cruise chronicles a 30,000-kilometer journey taken by forty-two men, including notable figures like Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. The film showcases their travels through the Middle and Far East in caterpillar propellants. Despite facing harsh weather, difficult terrain, mechanical issues, and political conflicts, the team successfully reached Beijing on February 12, 1932.

Initially directed by André Sauvage, the film underwent editing by Léon Poirier after André Citroën expressed dissatisfaction with Sauvage's version. This documentary combines stunning visuals with the historical context of the Silk Road, making it a significant piece for those interested in early 20th-century exploration.