Monday, June 7, 2010

Deep roots

BBC's "Who do you think you are?" is a documentary series that follows a variety of thespians, chefs, and celebrities quests to trace their ancestors in their family tree. A number of familiar faces can be seen such as David Suchet, Kim Cattrall, Stephen Fry, Jeremy Irons, and Nigella Lawson. (names linked to view online) A fascinating journey and well of information about anthropology and inherited traits of the human race.

Another great series is the 49 Up (originally 7 up) documentary.