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2025100 minPGdocumentary

Human Race

2025100 minPGdocumentary

Professor Eske Willerslev aims to create the largest collection of prehistoric human DNA while confronting his own past.

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Professor Eske Willerslev aims to create the largest collection of prehistoric human DNA while confronting his own past.

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Simon Lecdirector

Simon Lecwriter

Eske Willerslev

Eske Willerslevcast

Tharsika Vimalacast

Thomas Wergecast

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Professor Eske Willerslev aims to create the world's largest collection of prehistoric human DNA. He conducts research within his laboratory, gathering samples from various sites. The collection expands significantly, prompting Willerslev to reflect on his own history and past experiences. The documentary runs for 100 minutes and takes place in 2025.

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