The Human Family Tree (2009)

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Dr Spencer Wells retraces the footsteps of 200 random New Yorkers and proves they are all cousins. On the most diverse street in the most diverse city in the most diverse country in the world, a team of National Geographic scientists swab the cheeks of some 200 random New Yorkers. The goal: to retrace our ancestral footprints and prove we are all cousins in the “family of man.” Cutting edge science, coupled with a cast of New Yorkers – each with their own unique genetic history - will help paint a picture of these amazing journeys. Ultimately, Man’s First Migrations answers some of humanity’s most burning questions, such as who we are and where we come from, and forces us to change how we think not only about our relationships with our neighbours, but ourselves.

Director: Chad Cohen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Production: National Geographic
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
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What is The Human Family Tree about?
Dr Spencer Wells retraces the footsteps of 200 random New Yorkers and proves they are all cousins. On the most diverse street in the most diverse city in the most diverse country in the world, a team of National Geographic scientists swab the cheeks of some 200 random New Yorkers. The goal: to retrace our ancestral footprints and prove we are all cousins in the “family of man.” Cutting edge science, coupled with a cast of New Yorkers – each with their own unique genetic history - will help paint a picture of these amazing journeys. Ultimately, Man’s First Migrations answers some of humanity’s most burning questions, such as who we are and where we come from, and forces us to change how we think not only about our relationships with our neighbours, but ourselves.
Who directed The Human Family Tree?
The Human Family Tree was directed by Chad Cohen.
Who stars in The Human Family Tree?
The Human Family Tree stars Kevin Bacon.
How long is The Human Family Tree?
The Human Family Tree has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Human Family Tree?
The Human Family Tree is a Documentary film.
Where was The Human Family Tree produced?
The Human Family Tree was produced in United States of America.