The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey (2003)
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.
Director: Clive Maltby
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: January 21, 2003
Cast
- Spencer Wells - Host
Production: PBS
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
genetics, biology, africa, dna, natural history, geography, diaspora
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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 Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey stars Spencer Wells.
- How long is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?
- The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?
- The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey is a Documentary film.