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The Human Family Tree DVD

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Join geneticist Spencer Wells and a team of technicians from National Geographic's Genographic Project as they trace the human journey through time and space, from our origins in the heart of Africa to the ends of the world. Cutting edge science, coupled with a cast of New Yorkers—each with their own unique genetic history—will help paint a picture of these amazing journeys. Narrated by Kevin Bacon.


Not available for shipment outside of the U.S. and Canada.


  • 1 disc; 90 minutes
  • Widescreen
  • © 2009
  • Not available for shipment outside of the U.S. and Canada.

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The Human Family Tree DVD
 
4.7

(based on 12 reviews)

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92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Informative (10)
  • Relevant (9)
  • Reliable research (9)
  • Broad appeal (8)
  • Good resource (8)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • At home (10)
    • Adult viewers (8)
    • Younger viewers (7)
    • Perfect gift (6)
    • Travel (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid moviegoer (6), Casual viewer (4)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Successor to "Journey of Man"

    I was intrigued with the subject of our human DNA and deep history even before I joined the Genographic Project. Spencer Wells' DVD and book "The Journey of Man" was fascinati...Read complete review

    I was intrigued with the subject of our human DNA and deep history even before I joined the Genographic Project. Spencer Wells' DVD and book "The Journey of Man" was fascinating, but of course scientific knowledge advances. This update uses an imaginative setting to refresh and add to our knowledge of the subject....well done Spencer Wells and National Geographic. We need more emphasis on how we are all alike, not the skin-deep differences. Although there was a Turkish New Yorker involved, it would have been good to have also found an Iranian, Iraqi or Palestinian to take part....but I understand all the people involved did live on one street in New York City. I'm buying one for myself and grandchildren, and one for a gift for my brother.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    dumbed down science

    The mapping of the human genome and what we learn about the connections that exist between seemingly unconnected people could be interesting. But it is not here. The film opens with a large effort ...Read complete review

    The mapping of the human genome and what we learn about the connections that exist between seemingly unconnected people could be interesting. But it is not here. The film opens with a large effort to collect DNA samples from a diverse group of people. Then we follow their stories. But it is the same story in every case: we are all connected. The narration repeats this over and over. There are slick graphics of world maps, theoretically interesting stories of people that really are not interesting, and little bits of science along the way. Those bits of science might have been interesting if they had been given more time. Instead, they were lost in the continuous loop of we are all connected. This presentation is horribly dumbed down. We were completely disappointed.

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    5.0

    Great DVD

    By reg

    from iowa city iowa

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    Pros

    • Broad Appeal
    • Good Resource
    • Informative
    • Relevant
    • Reliable Research

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • At Home
      • Perfect Gift

      Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

      Came on time. Used at home. this project will change many views of humans.

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Essential viewing to understand humans

      By Sara

      from San Jose, CA

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      Pros

      • Relevant
      • Reliable Research

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        Best Uses

        • At Home

        Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

        I learned details about where human existence had beginnings a and where we are now. It was captivating and easily understood.

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        I never knew

        By Miz Amy

        from Billings, MT

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        Pros

        • Broad Appeal
        • Entertaining
        • Good Resource
        • Informative
        • Relevant
        • Reliable Research

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          Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

          I was interested in participating in the project. This video helped me understand it.
          Now I'm participating for sure!

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Finally Found this

          By Dlmcg

          from Spokane Valley, WA

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          Pros

          • Broad Appeal
          • Entertaining
          • Good Resource
          • Informative
          • Relevant
          • Reliable Research

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            Best Uses

            • Gift to genealogist

            Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

            Watched on tv and wanted to get for my genealogy research and it proved a statement I made at age 17. Helpful in history and DNA for genealogist.

            (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Why racism is indefensible.

            By Mrs. "H"

            from Philadelphia area, PA

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            • Broad Appeal
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              • At Home
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              Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

              When one sees the close genetic relationship between all peoples of the world it becomes impossible to understand why we would dislike any group based on skin color, geographic boundary, or religion. This movie should be shown in schools and churches as proof of the brother/sisterhood of all humankind.

              (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Mind Opening Research

              By Amalgamated Mutts

              from San Clemente, CA

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              Pros

              • Broad Appeal
              • Entertaining
              • Eye opening
              • Good Resource
              • Informative
              • Reliable Research
              • Thought provoking

              Cons

              • None

              Best Uses

              • Adult Viewers
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              Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

              The findings underscore the irrationality of prejudice. This is a great supplement to the Genographic Project Kit.

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Mankind's road.

              By Lloyd

              from TheVillages,Fl 32162

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              • Entertaining
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              • Informative
              • Relevant
              • Reliable Research

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                • At Home
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                Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

                Astonishing. Brings geneology to forefront of the deveopment of mankind.

                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Excellent Documentary

                By Walt's Real Estate

                from Atlanta Temporarily - Los Angeles Perm.

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                Pros

                • Broad Appeal
                • Entertaining
                • Good Resource
                • Informative
                • Much Needed
                • Relevant
                • Reliable Research

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                  Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

                  This documentary was excellent and very much needed. I'm not surprised with the content. I've always known that life originated in Africa and that all humans were connected. You have a lot of nay-sayers who refute this information, but it's time to face reality. The first Adam and Eve were African's (of color) and so is every human being on the planet. Awesome!

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  No doubt this is a DVD I have to recomen

                  By Mia

                  from Meniffe, California

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                  Pros

                  • Informative

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                    • Adult Viewers
                    • At Home
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                    Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

                    I love this DVD, I will buy this DVD and give a copy to some of my relatives, who still believe that some races are better that others. And I'm going to make sure my Kids watch it and know we are just like the Bible says.,Brother's and Sister's. Thank you national Geographic for a great work.

                    (12 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    Amazing!! Human tree

                    By Tammy

                    from fremont ,ca

                    About Me Casual Viewer

                    Pros

                    • Broad Appeal
                    • Good Resource
                    • Informative
                    • Relevant
                    • Reliable Research

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                      • Younger Viewers

                      Comments about The Human Family Tree DVD:

                      Human tree need to be shown in class rooms and work places around the world.
                      It's amazing. Thanks to all those who made it possible. It purly amazing finding and clear for all to enjoy. I'm going to buy this video in hopes to open minds in my home and share with family and friends.

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