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The Genius of Charles Darwin

The Genius of Charles Darwin
★ 7.6/10•2008•Documentary
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The Genius of Charles Darwin is a three-part television documentary, written and presented by evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins. It was first shown in August 2008 on Channel 4. It won Best TV Documentary Series 2008 at the British Broadcast Awards in January 2009.

Dan Hillman · Director

Russell Barnes · Director

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateAug 4, 2008

Episodes

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Life, Darwin & Everything

Who was Charles Darwin, and how did he conceive his revolutionary idea? How does evolution work? Most important, why does it matter? Darwin's treatise, On the Origin of Species, represented the culmination of years of research and thought. And, the evidence confirming natural selection has continued to mount.

Aug 4, 2008

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The Fifth Ape

As a product of natural selection, the human species has nevertheless managed to transcend the evolutionary process by developing altruism. Dawkins explores the social and political implications of evolution--and how some proponents have misused science to promote genocide, eugenics, and ethnic cleansing.

Aug 11, 2008

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God Strikes Back

Despite overwhelming evidence, many religious fundamentalists around the world refuse to accept evolution. Face to face, Dawkins takes on those who would deny or attack Darwin's idea. Finally, Dawkins explains how people might find consolation in the idea of a world ruled by brutal natural forces rather than benign Creator.

Aug 18, 2008

Actors

Richard Dawkins

Richard Dawkins

Presenter

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