Visions of Italy
by Len Brown
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Actor: Franca BarchiesiDirector: Len Brown
Brand: Acorn
Cinematographer: John Marzino
Editor: Roman Brygider
Producer: Patricia Williams
Producer: Roman Brigyder
Producer: Roy Hammond
Producer: Sam Toperoff
Writer: Sam Toperoff
Producer: Susan Francis
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo; English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 240 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-02-22
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Acorn Media
Movie Reviews of Visions of Italy
Movie Review: YOU CANT SEE ITALY LIKE THIS ANY OTHER WAY. WOW.
Summary: 5 Stars
There is filmed such stunning picture composition at every moment that this DVD set is like looking at a continually changing souvenir picture postcard. Panoramic and close-up views all come from a moving helicopter mounted camera. What a ride. What a optical experience.
____AND, the accented narrator offers so much local color in her voice as all of the detailed facts she discloses. Educational as well as aesthetic. It comes on 2 DVDs, but in 3 parts.
Italy, Northern Style
____Winter Alps begins the show and then takes the viewer to Mediterranean fishing villages. the views looking from the water toward land, and helicopter elevation, is a vista few have ever seen. Delightful.
____I have been to Italy, took the train along the coast, but this DVD is even more spectacular than what I saw in person from a train. With "VISIONS OF ITALY" on DVD, you see a point of observation ONLY available via a helicopter.
____Names of locations (at least 32) appear in the corner of the scene but the narrator's pronunciation is so much more sensual (and correct) than my attempts were. Add the excellent music background and this is 5-star travel excellence all the way.
____Northern bonus segment is 21 minutes long, out of the 160 total minutes contained in both Northern and Southern Style segments.
Italy, Southern Style
____This part of the Italy experience has a romantic, exotic coastal footage with an erotic beauty, making every mile a desirable destination. It was filmed in 2001, so it is 'very current.'
____41 different locations are listed on the paper insert inside the DVD case. What a perfect preview for anyone planning an Italian vacation. Look at this prior to making out your itinerary. It's better than a travel agent.
____Having traveled Italy some, I believe this DVD offers views that are better than what can be seen in person, sometimes. Honest!
____Southern bonus material last 21 minutes. It's so soothing, with the scenery rolling by and the fine music background. Do it right, have wine, cheese, and a baguette while watching.
Visions of Sicily
____This special DVD and segment on Sicily covers territory I have never seen in person. It is lovely, and the filming is a continuation of the excellence seen in VISIONS OF ITALY. Having never seen Sicily in person, I was amazed at how modern (21st century) it looks, including excellent roads and bridges. You see some spectacular bridges. It almost looks like Disney helped design Sicily. There are, even so, many very old churches and buildings to explore visually. Sit back and enjoy the ride.
This is also available in Blu-ray.
Great gift for the travel minded. Or the want-to-be's.
Summary of Visions of Italy
From the Alps to Sicily, tour all of Italy from a spectacular vantage point.Italians call their home Il Belpaese, The Beautiful Country, and it has never looked more breathtaking than in this unique aerial tour. Shot in high definition from a helicopter-mounted camera and planned with precision for optimum lighting and angles, your tour is enhanced by an informative narrative and a score of evocative regional music. Take an emotional visit to your family?s homeland, revisit favorite sights, or realize your dreams of discovering Italy for the first time--whatever your inspiration--you'll never have a better view. "Gorgeously filmed" --The Wall Street Journal
Includes these programs:Visions of Italy: Northern Style: The Alps, Lake Como, Portofino, Pisa, Siena, Florence, Venice, and more
Visions of Italy: Southern Style: Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, Calabria, Rome, and more
Visions of Sicily: Cefalú, Términi Imerese, Palermo, Marsala, Siracusa, Catania, and more.
With more than an hour of footage not seen on public television!
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