Client: BBC
Human
A series tracing the development of our species, from early hominin life to homo sapiens.
Harnessing the latest scientific breakthroughs, presenter Ella Al-Shamahi explores how we came to be one of the most dominant species on earth in this landmark BBC series.
We created digital human avatars, matte paintings and set extensions across the series, 3D scanning services were provided by Sample & Hold for four of the avatars representing different species of human.
Using data provided by scientists and archaeologists, we ensured that all digital avatars were anatomically and physiologically correct, with an extensive model refinement process transforming the raw scans into accurate digital models.
We also built animated maps and timelines demonstrating the migration patterns of early humans, an essential device to trace the development of homo sapiens.
Our comp team handled a large number of CG and digital matte painted set extensions in Nuke, including augmented atmospheric effects. Digital doubles and green screen footage were integrated into principal photography to create scale and dramatic reconstructions supporting the cinematic vision.
Lux Aeterna
Creative Director: Rob Hifle
Design Creative Director: Steve Burrell
Executive Producer: Emma Kolasinska
Line Producer: Dan Elston
Compositing Supervisor: Tav Flett
DMP: Jan Hrebicek
CG Supervisor: Timmy Willmott
Photogrammetry: Sample & Hold
Artists
Alasdair Wynn
Chris Hawkes
Dan Blore
Kieran Fielding Jacobs
Adam Robinson
Mike Sadd
BBC
Directors
Ben Wilson
Naomi Austin
Clementine Cheetham
Showrunner: Matt Barrett
Executive Producers
Andrew Cohen
Paul Overton
Line Producer: Jenni Shaw
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