The Dark Gene (2015)

About The Dark Gene

Where can I watch The Dark Gene?

The Dark Gene is currently streaming in the United States on DocAlliance Films.

Who stars in The Dark Gene?

The Dark Gene stars Frank Schauder.

Who directed The Dark Gene?

The Dark Gene was directed by Miriam Jakobs and Gerhard Schick.

How long is The Dark Gene?

The Dark Gene has a runtime of 1h 39m.

What is The Dark Gene about?

The film tells a very personal story from two perspectives: our protagonist is both doctor and patient. As a patient, he has struggled with recurring depression for years, and as a doctor he wants to find out why. The search for the origins of his illness leads him into the realm of his own genes and casts light on the fundamental changes facing modern society as a result of the tremendous progress being made in the field of genetic sequencing. Along the way, he meets a host of people – researchers, artists, visionaries – who have developed their own very individual approach to genetic coding and are drawing attention to the social significance of genetic technology. The film does not restrict itself to a scientific view of the subject but also makes use of artistic visions and more playful approaches to genetic blueprints.