The Genius of Charles Darwin

A thoughtful, talky science lesson that becomes quietly confrontational when belief meets evidence.

Directed by

Russell Barnes

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Richard Dawkins, The Naked Cowboy, Steven Pinker

Overview

A documentary series from Channel 4, hosted by professor Richard Dawkins, well-known darwinist. The series mixes segments on the life and discoveries of Charles Darwin, the theory of natural selection and evolution, and Dawkins' attempts at convincing a group of school children that evolution explains the world around us better than any religion.

How it feels

Earnest, tense and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Science, faith, education, identity

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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