Leaps in Evolution: Series 1

Science Documentary hosted by Michael Ryes, published by NHK in 2016 - English narration
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Leaps In Evolution
Experience the magnificent story of evolution transcending time through cutting-edge computer generated imagery in high definition 4K. In our DNA, we can find authentic traces of ancient creatures some believe to be our ancestors. Discover the story of life on earth, which has gone through unbelievably fortunate turns of fate, has overcome the great dangers of unimaginable near-extinction, and has made major leaps in evolution.


1) The Origin Of Eyes
Five hundred million years ago, our previously eyeless distant ancestral creatures suddenly developed eyes, thereby marking a dramatic leap in evolution. What enabled our ancestors to suddenly evolve with eyes has been a long-unresolved great mystery in the history of our life.

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