The Gene: An Intimate History

The Gene: An Intimate History

Limited Series 2020 · 2 eps · ★ 8.0 · Documentary

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“The Gene: An Intimate History” brings vividly to life the story of today’s revolution in medical science through present-day tales of patients and doctors at the forefront of the search for genetic treatments, interwoven with a compelling history of the discoveries that made this possible and the ethical challenges raised by the ability to edit DNA with precision.

Directed by Chris Durrance

Network: PBS

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