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A breathtaking journey through the ages, telling the story of one of the world's most famous and beautiful cities. This lavish, landmark series explores how a place with no firm ground, no crops, no indigenous riches and no land army came to snatch success from the jaws of failure time and time again - right up to the present day. Step back in time to early Venice, recreated by the magic of CGI. See wooden houses on stilts replaced by the daring rebuild in stone and brick.
Witness the sacking of Constantinople and the Venice of Casanova, Napoleon, Byron and Mussolini. The stunning recreations and dramatisations in each episode are enriched by insights from charismatic aristocrat, architect and historian Francesco da Mosto. His family has lived in Venice for over a thousand years and, far from having that sinking feeling, he believes passionately in the future of this miraculous city...
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143 of 144 people found the following review helpful
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These DVDs are a must for anyone plannng to visit Venice. They would form a basis of interest and direction for anyone's first visit. There is a historical thread from beginning to end starting with the birth of Venice and finishing with a dicussion on how Venice will fair in the future. The main historical figures are mentioned, the artists, architectects, sculptures, musicians etc and how they fitted into the fabric of Venice. This is not a stuffy historical guide, instead Da Mosto has laced the narrative with anecdotes and interesting stories, with gossip and scandal. His love for his home and birth place is infectious.
The DVDs are well shot and Da Mosto's story is well illustrated.
It is difficult to imagine how these 4 programmes could have been improved because although details are occasionally a little scant I am sure that it was never the intention to make this the definitive guide to Venice.
Francesco's Venice is a general interest guide full of facts spontaneity and humour and certainly gives anyone with the slightest interest in Venice a good idea of what the place is all about.
The DVDs are well shot and Da Mosto's story is well illustrated.
It is difficult to imagine how these 4 programmes could have been improved because although details are occasionally a little scant I am sure that it was never the intention to make this the definitive guide to Venice.
Francesco's Venice is a general interest guide full of facts spontaneity and humour and certainly gives anyone with the slightest interest in Venice a good idea of what the place is all about.
52 of 53 people found the following review helpful
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If you are going to visit Venice, spending 4 hours watching this DVD will save you a lot of time (and money) since he puts the city in context and shows some of the highlights to head for. He is a master storyteller, and delights in telling you how Venetians have struggled from one disaster to another, making some magnificent buildings in the process.
The Venice on the DVD is without the hordes of tourists, overpriced tourist restaurants, and cheesy tourist shops which cram into Venice today - you will see that for yourself when you get there.
The Venice on the DVD is without the hordes of tourists, overpriced tourist restaurants, and cheesy tourist shops which cram into Venice today - you will see that for yourself when you get there.
40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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If you are planning to visit Venice I recommend you invest in to this DVD and watch it before you go. This is more a historical guide than a review of the most important land marks.
As it happens Francesco ( an arcitec himself ) was born in venice and knows every corner and every dark secret of the city.
The production values are excellent and Francesco interacts with the past in a very clever way. The actors who play the main characters help to bring the history alive.
The cultural heritage is fascinating but the creation and expansion of the republic even more.
Apart from the history of his own family most the DVD refers to the most important highlights of the city and all you will need is a map to find them. There is far more information in this format than you can get in a guide book.
The DVD is made by the BBC and targeted to the British public.
Can he do Rome or Florence next ?
As it happens Francesco ( an arcitec himself ) was born in venice and knows every corner and every dark secret of the city.
The production values are excellent and Francesco interacts with the past in a very clever way. The actors who play the main characters help to bring the history alive.
The cultural heritage is fascinating but the creation and expansion of the republic even more.
Apart from the history of his own family most the DVD refers to the most important highlights of the city and all you will need is a map to find them. There is far more information in this format than you can get in a guide book.
The DVD is made by the BBC and targeted to the British public.
Can he do Rome or Florence next ?
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Venice by a Venetian
Really good, gives one a true idea of Venice (including the annoying tourists,) by a venetian. Da Mosto has alove of his city which he conveys.
Published 3 months ago by Katharina
The Best!
I don't think anyone can tell story of Venice better than Francesco Da Mosto.
This's an insightful and entertaining documentary.
I like Francesco's sense of humor. Read more
This's an insightful and entertaining documentary.
I like Francesco's sense of humor. Read more
Published 4 months ago by kriangsak leesirigun
a fresh insight on Venice
Francesco's passion about his home is evident in his eloquent descriptions of venician history. He captures the spirit of Venice whilst uncovering some of the less savoury points... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. T. P. Simms
Venice
I love anywhere in italy but venice is special and this captures it wonderfully and helps me plan my next visit to that city
Published 6 months ago by Mr. Neil Porter
Very Good Introduction to the History and Culture of Venice
This is a very good four-episode documentary. Da Mosto's accent can be pretty strong from time to time, but it has subtitles if you need check a pronunciation. Very informative.
Published 6 months ago by Gregory Thomas Little
Venice, a journey of discovery
If you hsve ever wondered how Venice fits into the Italian mainland this wonderful dvd will explain and tell you of its history, guided by the Ventian Frencesco. Read more
Published 7 months ago by P. J. Holmes
Queen - I love it
Queen latest five albums. Typical Queen sounding much better than ever. Go Freddy, I think I like. And so do the motorists who hear it through my sunroof!
Published 8 months ago by jrumpire
Not sure you will love Venice? Watch these DVDs
Francesco da Mosta is a Venetian so who better to take you down the canals of Venice and describe its colourful and sometimes brutal history. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Taormina
Buy it!
A wonderfully vibrant presentation of the many faces of this wonderful city. Nothing to add to all the other reviews apart from to mention the music of Peter Salem, which enhances... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Elbee
I've been to Venice once, but I was taken there again
I have been to Venice before, and seen the things that tourists do. But Francesco goes deeper that the usual tourist route and presents a superb biography from the city, from it's... Read more
Published 9 months ago by A. Markandé
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