The Brain Fitness Program
by Eli Brown
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Actor: Peter CoyoteDirector: Eli Brown
Brand: PBS
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Anamorphic, Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.78:1
Running Time: 100 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-02-19
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: PBS (DIRECT)
Movie Reviews of The Brain Fitness Program
Movie Review: Great Documentary, Misleading Title
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a fascinating documentary about the human brain, how it functions, how it ages, and how to slow that process. However, the title is misleading. I was expecting specific exercises to sharpen the viewer's mind, maybe some memory or concentration drills. But there is none of that on the disc. The viewer is left to pretty much figure out what to do on their own, although it is mentioned that physical activity helps keep the brain younger.
There are several extra features running from 1-25 minutes each, which may be leftover material from the main feature. A "play all" feature should have been included for those, since all together they are less than an hour.
If you enjoy documentaries, such as programs that run on the Discovery or National Geographic Channels, this is an interesting study of the brain. If not, you may find it dry or boring.
If you're looking for an actual brain fitness program with exercises to do, this is not it.
Summary of The Brain Fitness Program
The Brain Fitness Program is based on the brain's ability to change and adapt, even rewire itself. In the past two years, a team of scientists has developed computer-based stimulus sets that drive beneficial chemical, physical and functional changes in the brain. Dr. Michael Merzenich of the University of California and his colleagues share their scientifically-based set of brain exercises in this life-altering program.Documentary DVD Video
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