Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth
Synopsis
Planetary scientist Carolyn Porco explains what it takes to look for life beyond Earth, and what conditions are required for life to exist. Porco argues that Saturn’s moon Enceladus—with its plumes of water vapor spewing into space, confirmed organic materials, and evidence of hydrothermal vents at the bottom of its liquid ocean—is the most promising place to look. Could Enceladus be the key to proving once and for all that life is not unique to Earth? What would it mean—both scientifically and spiritually—if we found evidence of a true second genesis right here in our own galactic back yard?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Gerber
- Screenplay & Story
- Jared Lipworth, Neil Shea
- Original Title
- Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Tangled Bank Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Gerber
Jared Lipworth, Neil Shea
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Gerber
Director
Jared Lipworth
Writer
Neil Shea
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What is Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth about?
Planetary scientist Carolyn Porco explains what it takes to look for life beyond Earth, and what conditions are required for life to exist. Porco argues that Saturn’s moon Enceladus—with its plumes of water vapor spewing into space, confirmed organic materials, and evidence of hydrothermal vents at the bottom of its liquid ocean—is the most promising place to look. Could Enceladus be the key to proving once and for all that life is not unique to Earth? What would it mean—both scientifically and spiritually—if we found evidence of a true second genesis right here in our own galactic back yard?
Who directed Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth?
Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth was directed by Tony Gerber.
Who stars in Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth?
The principal cast of Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth includes Carolyn Porco, Kevin Collins.
When was Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth released and how long is it?
Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 19m.