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This film follows Scottish comedian Billy Connolly as he explores the scenery of New Zealand's two islands, interspersed with clips of live stand-up shows from his 'Too Old to Die Young' tour.
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60 of 60 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I saw this televised as a series here in New Zealand and was in the audience at one of the live shows (Christchurch.)
The live excerpts are typical of those you usually see of Connolly: Very, very funny, but you generally lose a lot "in the edit."
The man's stagecraft is superb, as he meanders around several stories, but never loses the original thread, often returning to deliver the punchline as long as fifteen minutes away from the original set-up without ever "losing his place."
Television tends to prefer neat little soundbytes and Conolly's frequent use of expletives must often leave the editor with very little to work with!
The fact that he bothered to perform to some very small audiences in remote locations (International music acts take note!) does get airtime here, but most enjoyment can be derived by the unique travel guide he presents in this series.
He never relies on cheap laughs during these informative excursions and always shows the utmost respect for the people and places he visits.
As an ex-pat British man living in New Zealand myself, I learned quite a few things from Billy's wandering around.
If you want to see something other than the usual "Lonely Planet" style backpackers guide to this beautiful country and its proud inhabitants, with the added bonus of some ageless, ribald, Scottish humour - this is thoroughly recommended.
The simple message behind the "Too Old to Die Young" tour this series is based around is "Grow old but never grow up" and the genuine, childlike, enthusiasm he displays toward his subject matter, as he tours the country on his custom trike seems to suggest that Billy Connolly continues to live by this edict. Thankfully!
The live excerpts are typical of those you usually see of Connolly: Very, very funny, but you generally lose a lot "in the edit."
The man's stagecraft is superb, as he meanders around several stories, but never loses the original thread, often returning to deliver the punchline as long as fifteen minutes away from the original set-up without ever "losing his place."
Television tends to prefer neat little soundbytes and Conolly's frequent use of expletives must often leave the editor with very little to work with!
The fact that he bothered to perform to some very small audiences in remote locations (International music acts take note!) does get airtime here, but most enjoyment can be derived by the unique travel guide he presents in this series.
He never relies on cheap laughs during these informative excursions and always shows the utmost respect for the people and places he visits.
As an ex-pat British man living in New Zealand myself, I learned quite a few things from Billy's wandering around.
If you want to see something other than the usual "Lonely Planet" style backpackers guide to this beautiful country and its proud inhabitants, with the added bonus of some ageless, ribald, Scottish humour - this is thoroughly recommended.
The simple message behind the "Too Old to Die Young" tour this series is based around is "Grow old but never grow up" and the genuine, childlike, enthusiasm he displays toward his subject matter, as he tours the country on his custom trike seems to suggest that Billy Connolly continues to live by this edict. Thankfully!
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By "jamesw127"
Format:DVD
I only own this DVD of Billy's, i really do need to buy more. I love New Zealand and have visited it several times due to various relatives, but never fully explored the beautiful scenery it holds. Quite a place, and its explored brilliantly by Connolly, his accent perfect for story telling and even better for his comedy. Absolutey fantastic laughs, has me in histerics still after the about 8th time of watching them. Couldn't recommend this more, seriously one to buy, such damn good fun. It's also a laugh having at several points shouted out to myself, i've stood there, literally. Also a couple of tracks on the 2nd DVD worth a look at.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I own a couple of Billy Connolly's world tour series on DVD and i think this is one of the best. The scenery of New Zealand is amazing and Billy's story telling and commedy is the perfect compliment to this, i would highly recommend this 2 disc set, i know i have watched it many times over now and will continue to do so. Enjoy!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a guy, what a place
I first saw this when I went to NZ 5 years ago. Then again before going this February. I went to a number of places that Billy pointed out that, otherwise, I'd not have known... Read more
Published 1 month ago by geoffers
4.0 out of 5 stars
very funny
very funny, CD quality a bit poor in places though
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Published 2 months ago by Mr. P. D. Robinson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Holidays
an amusing and iteresting view of another nation
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Published 4 months ago by Jacquie
1.0 out of 5 stars
Connolly is riding a tricycle and using a f-word... a lot
I have bought this in hope to get some ideas for my forthcoming trip to New Zealand... well, silly me. Read more
Published 4 months ago by G. Account
4.0 out of 5 stars
New Zealand Tour Connolly style!!
I purchased the dvd to add to our data input before a holiday in New Zealand next spring. I was hoping for a good overview of the sights and scenery with the added attraction of a... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Grandpa
5.0 out of 5 stars
Billy & NZ - Fantastic Combination
The beautiful scenery of New Zealand is wonderfully illustrated in Billy Connolly's own interpretation - using pictures and stories and interviews. Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2010 by Mr. T. S. W. Hazan
5.0 out of 5 stars
An amazing DVD !
Thsi is such a briliant DVD I would recommend it. Not only for the Billy Connolly show, but of the beautiful places & scenary in New Zealand. Love it.
Published on 27 Jun 2010
3.0 out of 5 stars
A bit bummed!!
I really love Connolly and I bought this DVD with high hopes of a great laugh but ended up hughely disappointed. Read more
Published on 16 Aug 2009 by Nicklas Bergqvist
5.0 out of 5 stars
billy does it again
an excellent and funny view of a beatiful country with memorable scenery and fantastic history which billy puts over in his own style,after watching this you wont be arguing about... Read more
Published on 3 July 2009 by Sc Dunbar
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another great Billy Connolly documentary!!!
Billy does an awesome job of showing the other side of life in a country. His NZ tour is awesome!!!!
Published on 13 Mar 2009 by J. Hepburn
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