First Peoples

First Peoples

TV-PG Limited Series 2015 · 5 eps · ★ 8.0 · Documentary

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A five-part series that features the latest research exploring how early humans evolved. See how the mixing of prehistoric human genes led the way for our species to survive and thrive around the globe. Archaeology, genetics and anthropology cast new light on 200,000 years of history, detailing how early humans became dominant.

Directed by Nicolas Brown

Networks: PBS, ARTE, ARTE

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