The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey
Synopsis
Many geneticists and archaeologists have long surmised that human life began in Africa. Dr. Spencer Wells, one of a group of scientists studying the origin of human life, offers evidence and theories to support such a thesis in this PBS special. He claims that Africa was populated by only a few thousand people that some deserted their homeland in a conquest that has resulted in global domination.
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- Director
- Clive Maltby
- Original Title
- The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey
- Release Date
- 21/01/2003
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- PBS
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Clive Maltby
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Clive Maltby
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What is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey about?
Many geneticists and archaeologists have long surmised that human life began in Africa. Dr. Spencer Wells, one of a group of scientists studying the origin of human life, offers evidence and theories to support such a thesis in this PBS special. He claims that Africa was populated by only a few thousand people that some deserted their homeland in a conquest that has resulted in global domination.
Who directed The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?
The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey was directed by Clive Maltby.
Who stars in The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?
The principal cast of The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey includes Spencer Wells.
When was The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey released and how long is it?
The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.