Film Lens
Consumed by the Apocalypse examines the inevitability of human extinction and the potential for survival following catastrophic events. It discusses the historical context of asteroid impacts, including a significant collision approximately 800,000 years ago that scattered fragments across 30% of the planet's surface. The film shows the adaptive capabilities of our ancestors and the long-term survival possibilities for humanity, even after devastating events like asteroid impacts that could release energy equivalent to billions of atomic bombs.
The documentary also addresses the current state of asteroid detection, noting that over 90% of nearby asteroids larger than 1 kilometer have been identified. It emphasizes the challenges of detecting Damocloids, which are difficult to spot due to their eccentric orbits. The film concludes with a reflection on humanity's endurance, suggesting that while extinction is a certainty, recovery from near-extinction events remains possible, especially as humanity expands beyond Earth.
Why Watch
- •Find out how asteroid impacts could lead to global chaos.
- •See what happens when a comet approaches Earth with little warning.
- •Learn about the survival chances after a catastrophic event.
Did You Know
•An asteroid impact capable of causing mass extinction occurs every 100 million years.
•In 1983, a 9-kilometer-wide comet was detected only two weeks before its closest approach.
•More than 90% of nearby asteroids larger than 1 kilometer have been detected.
•Impacts of significant magnitude occur roughly every half a million to two million years.
Perfect For
Asteroid impact enthusiastsSurvival scenario fansScience documentary viewers