Galapagos [Blu-ray]
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Movie Reviews of Galapagos [Blu-ray]
Movie Review: Stunning!
Summary: 5 Stars
Who'd thought a small chain of islands could harbor such inordinate amount of [abundant] unique creatures indigenous only to there. This is no African Serengeti. And you can't mention Galapagos without Charles Darwin in the same breath. This program does a great job with Darwin in the 2nd episode. Even with such a variety of animals/plants dwelling, this program covered all territories here, land, water, and air. Also presented are information about the islands' history, geology (rock and volcanic activity), tectonic plates, and weather patterns, for example, prevailing winds affect the adaptation of certain species to specific islands. The female narration, Tilda Swanton, is adequate and a good break from David Attenborough. Well rounded presentation, this BBC gem sure don't miss a beat, you'll leave feeling suddenly somewhat of an expert of Galapagos.
This program made me feel that blu ray technology was made for nature, and that nature was made for blu ray, ie. they go hand in hand. The picture quality and angle shots are so amazing that I feel this is the only reason to partake in watching TV, and the main reason for high def, which the picture is absolutely magnificent. Science and nature programming used to exist for the main reason of educational/informative. But nowadays, it seems like it's more for fantastic-ism. 3 parts, 1 hr each. You can't go wrong w/ Galapagos. Consider getting this blu ray as part of this box set, The BBC High Definition Natural History Collection (Planet Earth / Wild China / Galapagos / Ganges) [Blu-ray]
Movie Review: Stunning
Summary: 5 Stars
Incredible footage on par if not better than Planet Earth. The BBC has really done a wonderful job. The narrator's voice doesn't quite give me that "Child listening to grandpa tell a story" feeling that I get when I hear David Attenborough (sp?) talk. The film manages to touch upon the subject of conservation without being rediculously preachy. Thankfully, Galapagos does not speak of the fictional boogeyman of manmade global warming(or does it so briefly that I cannot remember), so I didn't have to roll my eyes or laugh at the absurdity of the idea at any point in the documentary.
One fixation the show has is on Charles Darwin. I am a believer in evolution, however, God designed his creations with that ability, ironically leaving humans to be largely unchanged (with the exception of our minds). Thankfully, Galapagos also avoids the sensitive subject of religion and manages to see Darwin's observations as simple science, leaving religion up to the viewer. One thing I do find myself wondering while watching is, "How can someone see things as beautiful as the life in this documentary and not believe that a perfect Being created it all?". Yes...Galapagos IS that breathtaking.
Movie Review: A must have Blu-Ray for your HD documentary library!
Summary: 5 Stars
The blu-ray 'Galapagos' certainly lives up to the caption on the back cover ... 'the stunning special as seen on National Geographic Channel'.
This BBC Video is a 'must have' for your HD documentary library. Although I miss the familiar voice of David Attenborough (Planet Earth and Life), the narration by Tilda Swinton is refreshingly different.
With giant five hundred pound, one hundred and fifty year old tortoises, marine iguanas and even flamingoes inhabiting these islands, you'll be watching this blu-ray again and again!
'Galapagos' is simply enthralling, capturing the same magic as the legendary Planet Earth Series, in one 25GB blu-ray disc. The 1080p video quality is simply awesome!
VIDEO:
Video codec: VC-1
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
AUDIO:
English: Dolby Digital 2.0
Movie Review: Love It or Hate It
Summary: 5 Stars
Love it or Hate it
My comment:
This is not a movie, it is a documentary.. so it don't matter if it is 1080i or 1080p because it is not a movie period. Those people been using a better quality camcorders.
The video is stunning as I speak.. Some of yall only complain over some numbers like 1080i and it is so childish, listen this is not a movie.
The audio is only Dolby Digital 2.0 because the movie itself about 150 mins cause it was split in three chapters with HD Picture Quality. So it much been that it wasnt enough room for 5.1 but lucky me that I owned an THX Certified Onkyo TX-705 that convert Dolby 2.0 into THX Natural 7.1!!! So don't matter to me cause i can hear 7.1 with the help of THX.
No Extras? I really dont care how they film it but I know they done a great job.
Overall its a 5 out of 5 for me and I recommend any blu-ray owner for this and thanks for reading...
Movie Review: Great disc to add to your Blu-ray collection
Summary: 5 Stars
"Galapagos" weighs in at a hefty 150 minute run-time, all packed onto one disc. For nature lovers and documentary fans, that's great news. The BBC is certainly giving you your money's worth here. And it's not just a matter of quantity over quality. The "Planet Earth" series set the bar very high for nature documentaries and I am glad to report that Galapagos lives up to those expectations. Narrated by the lovely Tilda Swinton, every minute is filled with gorgeous photography and high production value.
There is lots here to like, and a good amount of variety in the animals and scenery featured. There are land animals, sea animals, birds, plants, and topography. Lots of beautiful underwater and aerial shots to look at.
Great for family enjoyment and stands up to repeated viewing. Definitely a disc you should have in your collection if you enjoyed Planet Earth.