Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth (2017)
Planetary scientist Carolyn Porco explains what it takes to look for life beyond Earth, and what conditions are required for life to exist. Porco argues that Saturn’s moon Enceladus—with its plumes of water vapor spewing into space, confirmed organic materials, and evidence of hydrothermal vents at the bottom of its liquid ocean—is the most promising place to look. Could Enceladus be the key to proving once and for all that life is not unique to Earth? What would it mean—both scientifically and spiritually—if we found evidence of a true second genesis right here in our own galactic back yard?
Director: Tony Gerber
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
Release Date: August 23, 2017
Cast
- Carolyn Porco - Self - Presenter
- Kevin Collins - Self - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Production: Tangled Bank Studios
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
saturn, space, extraterrestrial life
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth about?
- Planetary scientist Carolyn Porco explains what it takes to look for life beyond Earth, and what conditions are required for life to exist. Porco argues that Saturn’s moon Enceladus—with its plumes of water vapor spewing into space, confirmed organic materials, and evidence of hydrothermal vents at the bottom of its liquid ocean—is the most promising place to look. Could Enceladus be the key to proving once and for all that life is not unique to Earth? What would it mean—both scientifically and spiritually—if we found evidence of a true second genesis right here in our own galactic back yard?
- Who directed Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth?
- Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth was directed by Tony Gerber.
- Who stars in Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth?
- Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth stars Carolyn Porco, Kevin Collins.
- How long is Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth?
- Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
- What genre is Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth?
- Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth is a Documentary film.
- Where was Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth produced?
- Second Genesis: The Quest for Life Beyond Earth was produced in United States of America.