The Life of Mammals
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Movie Reviews of The Life of Mammals
Movie Review: WOW!!! Stupendous.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have not yet watched Attenborough's other series, but the 9th movie in this series (_The Social Climbers_) was so outstanding it made me beg for the others. I was not disappointed, although _The Social Climbers_ (monkeys) is my favorite. _The Insect Hunters_ (insectivores) and _Chisellers_ (rodents) are almost as good. All the episodes are densely packed with wonderful information and footage. Since Attenborough's strength is pointing out the wonders of the ordinary and overlooked, he is at his best when filming small animals. (When filming large animals, he is too preoccupied with their size.) I also liked that the series revealed the filming technologies without becoming too overwhelmed with them, except in the leopard scene of _Meat Eaters_.There is at least one glaring inaccuracy, in _Meat Eaters_: Hyenas are NOT dogs. They are in their own family, which is more closely related to the cat and mongoose families. Fortunately this is correct in the book. Overall, I highly recommend _The Life of Mammals._
Movie Review: A Lesson In The Reality of Evolution
Summary: 5 Stars
As a high school science teacher, I was thrilled with Life Of Mammals. This DVD collection will prove very useful in outlining for my students, in a graphic and illustrative way, the overwhelming evidence that supports that man evolved from primates. This is great family viewing and I highly recommend it to parents who want to provide their children with the truth, not the science fiction of creationism.Movie Review: What to expect from the BBC
Summary: 4 Stars
Charming, enduring, creative, pretty good for a goverment susidized publication. What everyone says about Sir Attenborough is true, he is great to watch and listen to, his presenatations have a way of sucking you in, making you feel apart every moment. Beyond Attenborough's inviting personality there are a plethora genuinely fascinating moments that were achieved thourgh the use of cunning and cutting edge photography. What's really neat is that Sir Attenborough fills you in on some of those photography secrets while leaving you scratching your head wondering "how did they shoot that" on others. In this case, the DVD is worth having, there are a few featurets that made you appreciate the work and research that went into this production, not mention interesting fact filies, a series of intriguing and ocassionaly humourous video clips done to the excellent sound tract. Also this BBC production used more high resolution cameras than some of the other series like "life of birds" did. Even apart from clips shot with a starlight camera (those you expect to be a little grainy), there are a small handful of images that were obviously shot with lesser equipment but ,hey, if you can't forgive those than don't buy anything BBC and stick to recent PBS and Nature presentations. As form follows function, so price follows quality, that's true with the BBC, they've made several 10 epeisode nature series and The Life of Mammals is a little more expensive than most, but rightly so. It was better written, produced, and shot with better equipment (for the most part) than the others.Movie Review: Stupendously Good
Summary: 5 Stars
This four disc, ten-episode series is probably the best nature documentary ever produced in DVD format. In fact, Life of Mammals is reason alone to buy a DVD player if you don't have one. Here are a few reasons why I think people should shell out the money for this set:
- David Attenborough's enthusiasm for his work. Watching him respectfully approach a poor-sighted anteater from downwind or barely able to contain his delight when floating a few meters away from a blue whale, Attenborough's love for the animal world is totally infectious.
- The images are of IMAX quality. This is one of the most visually stunning films I've ever seen.
- The soundtrack is top notch.
- The Buffalo versus the Lions. This brief segment is mentioned in the Amazon reviewer's description - it has all the emotion and energy of the Cavalry Charge in 'The Return of the King.' It literally brought tears to my eyes.
- Swimming Elephants. 'nuff said.
- Kids love it. These films will keep kids (even as young as 2) quiet and totally absorbed in ways that no Blue or Builder Bob video can approach.
- David keeps it light and entertaining. Each segment is short enough (40 minutes) and has plenty of amazing footage and humorous anecdotes so that it is nearly impossible to get bored of it all. Just don't watch more than one per day or you will spoil yourself.
I give this series the highest recommendation. Even if you are not a nature buff (and chances are you will be after seeing this), it is certainly worth bringing into your home.
Movie Review: PERFECTION ACHIEVED
Summary: 5 Stars
the commentary at the top of this list is so mind poisoning, i am now a dumber person for reading it. i think perhaps ma and pa kettle put that one together. keep on truckin, moron.David Attenborough is welcome on my screen anytime, especially when he is accompanied by the brilliance demonstrated here in the "life of mammals". crystal clear filmography, and scenes only the most experienced crews in the world can provide. I continually tip my hat to the BBC, who never cease to amaze me. I for one, will never question one of thier products again. as long as the BBC is on the label, I will be confident enough to buy it with out review.
I literally come out of my chair, when i review some of the scenes here. I am still in awe. Buy this and share its brilliance with everyone you know. even morons...