Human

A series millions of years in the making.

New scientific breakthroughs have aided the creation of BBC series Human, looking at the development of our species from early hominin life forms millions of years ago to present day homo sapiens. Host Ella Al-Shamahi explores how we came to be one of the most dominant species on earth from such humble beginnings.

Lux Aeterna created over 60 incredibly detailed shots reimagining our ancient ancestors. Working alongside photogrammetry specialists Sample and Hold four avatars were made to represent different species of human. 

Using data provided by scientists and archaeologists, Lux Aeterna ensured that all digital avatars were anatomically and physiologically correct, with an extensive model refinement process transforming the raw scans into accurate digital models. A combination of Maya and Nuke were used in creating the CG avatars. Lux Aeterna also made animated maps and timelines demonstrating the migration patterns of early humans which was essential in exploring the development of homo sapiens.

Lux Aeterna:        

Creative Director: Rob Hifle

Design Creative Director: Steve Burrell

Executive Producer: Emma Kolasinska

Line Producer: Dan Elston

Compositing Supervisor: Tav Flett

​Compositors: Alasdair Wynn, Chris Hawkes and Dan Blore

​DMP: Jan Hrebicek

CG Supervisor: Timmy Willmott

CG Artists: Kieran Fielding Jacobs and Adam Robinson

Design: Mike Sadd

Photogrammetry: Sample & Hold

BBC

Directors : Ben Wilson, Naomi Austin and Clementine Cheetham

Showrunner: Matt Barrett

Executive Producers: Andrew Cohen and Paul Overton

Line Producer: Jenni Shaw