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.
The VFX 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 was 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
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
Title card images shown on our homepage and work page have been created by and are licenced to BBC/BBC Studios.
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