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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Andre
Format:DVD
Simply the best nature program that I have ever seen - a must for adults and children alike.
Format:Blu-ray
Since this is a U.S. import, I think any potential U.K. or European customer should be made aware that this title is not a high-
def transfer. On the back of the package, in very fine print, it discloses that the material was upconverted from standard definition sources. The disclaimer makes some sense in that there were no high definition underwater cameras when this series was made. I cannot be certain whether the above water shots were shot on film or digital cameras were used. If the latter then this is going to be as good as it gets. The 5 star is for the remarkable and engaging series. I hope this American review was helpful.
def transfer. On the back of the package, in very fine print, it discloses that the material was upconverted from standard definition sources. The disclaimer makes some sense in that there were no high definition underwater cameras when this series was made. I cannot be certain whether the above water shots were shot on film or digital cameras were used. If the latter then this is going to be as good as it gets. The 5 star is for the remarkable and engaging series. I hope this American review was helpful.
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4.6 out of 5 stars
427 reviews
142 of 146 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Don't miss this one!
27 Feb 2003
By Cosmos
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:DVD
There isn't a moment in these four DVD's that won't have you gazing in wonder and admiration at the effort and amazing footage captured in this series. Of all the DVD's I own, and that is no small number I assure you, this entire set never sits long enough to get more than a days worth of dust on it. I often watch an episode as I linger in bed waiting for sleep to overtake me. Equally as often, I have to switch it off so I can get sleep--it is that unendingly fascinating. No matter how many times I've watched it, the presentation and simply astounding events they have captured in this series always manage to keep my attention. To even try and relate what the hours of footage reveal would only do it an injustice. I won't even try and I'm sure others could describe it better than I. Let me say this, if you have never seen Blue Planet then you have been sorely missing out. It most certainly contains footage of the marine world that cannot be seen anywhere else. Not merely a few minutes here and there but nearly every minute of the series is unique and nearly unbelievable to behold.
Yes, I realize that it sounds like I'm waxing over this set in glowing terms--and I am, but for good reason. Don't rent these, don't borrow them from a friend and certainly don't just wait around trying to decide if this set is for you. Just click the order button right now and make this set your own. After you do, I think you'll agree it is among the best documentaries ever created, and simultaneously, one of the best DVD investments you've made.
141 of 148 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Unbelievably Beautiful.
6 Jan 2004
By S. Wilson
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:DVD
There are many reasons to own this wonderful series on DVD, but one reason stands out: The Killer Whale/Seal Pup segment of the "Coasts" DVD. The Amazon.com main reviewer mentioned this scene in his review - and with good reason. It is THE most amazing piece of wildlife footage EVER captured on film - even surpassing the National Geographic special with the Great White Sharks breaching.
If you need more reasons than that, the "Ocean World" DVD contains unbelievable footage of Sir David in a skiff right above a Blue Whale (the largest creature ever to have lived) along with a stirring segment about an orca pod pursuing a gray whale and her calf.
All of my friends - who are decidely NOT nature buffs like me -were left speechless after seeing some of the segments in this set (particularly the aforementioned ones).
The Life of Mammals DVD set by Attenborough is also terrific.
62 of 65 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome and Beautiful
16 Nov 2008
By Peregrine
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I first saw Blue Planet on the Discovery channel... years ago and I absolutely fell in love with it. It is one of the most beautifully filmed documentaries and I think only Planet Earth (ironically) surpasses it in that beauty. I have also always loved David Attenborough, who has a way of really bringing the majesty of whatever you are watching into your home. This series is educational and beautiful to the point of tears. This is a must for any DVD library and I would highly recommend Planet Earth as well.
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