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While its title may be superfluous, Galapagos: The Islands That Changed the World is a beautifully filmed journey into "the islands of the tortoise." Located due west of Ecuador, the Galapagos islands are full of gorgeous scenery and exotic wildlife. And this documentary shows it all, thanks to stunning cinematography shot from all viewpoints--the air, sea and, of course, land. The collection is both soothing and exhilarating as it allows viewers to peek in on mating albatrosses (which are monogamous), penguins fishing, and surprisingly graceful giant tortoises swimming in the ocean. The filmmakers also manage to capture a ferocious volcanic eruption that is amazing in its clarity. The problem with many documentaries lies in the narration. A documentary filmmaker hits the jackpot when he is able to get someone like Sigourney Weaver, whose crisp narration fits in beautifully with the sweeping footage in Planet Earth. While Tilda Swanton lends a relaxing quality to Galapagos, her voice at times is a bit too lulling to hold the viewer's interest. The writing also borders on melodramatic, with talk of the simmering sea and such. With visuals as stunning as this, hyperbole is unnecessary. Charles Darwin has described the Galapagos as a world within itself, and it is said that the islands were one of his inspirations for his book The Origin of Species. While the film doesn't clearly explain why the Galapagos are unlike any other place on earth, it does showcase a destination that is unlike what most of us know. --Jae-Ha Kim
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This BBC documentary is a must for anyone interested in wildlife and the Galapagos. I used it to help prepare myself for a visitor to the islands and now I watch it to remind myself of the wonderful sights I saw while I was there. It is fully up to the very high standards that you would expect from a BBC production and I highly recommend it. Enjoy!
44 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This series used spectacular Hi-Definition cinematography from land, sea and air, and blended dramatic landscapes with intimate animal behaviour, drama reconstruction and stunning satellite imagery.
This is a stunning BBC documentary - if you like BBC wildlife stuff then this is for you. The islands are like nowhere on earth - hence the documentary.
All the usual BBC values are present so buy with confidence.
This is a stunning BBC documentary - if you like BBC wildlife stuff then this is for you. The islands are like nowhere on earth - hence the documentary.
All the usual BBC values are present so buy with confidence.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I'm not a massive fan of the BBC Nature productions - often finding some of them a bit long winded. However, I really am pleased I bought this one. The photography is beautiful in HD and shows off the beauty of the islands themselves in spectacular fashion.
I found the commentary pleasant and interesting but I am a fan of Tilda Swinton so it may be a personal thing.
My only frustration with the series is that it is too short. Three episodes really whet my appetite but I would have liked to have seen even more of the islands and to have gone into greater depth. I'm very tempted to buy the accompanying book in the hope that that will give me a bit more.
All in all, a really enjoyable documentary. If you are a nature documentary lover then I see no reason why you would not love this production. And even if you're not, I'd still recommend that you give it a go.
I found the commentary pleasant and interesting but I am a fan of Tilda Swinton so it may be a personal thing.
My only frustration with the series is that it is too short. Three episodes really whet my appetite but I would have liked to have seen even more of the islands and to have gone into greater depth. I'm very tempted to buy the accompanying book in the hope that that will give me a bit more.
All in all, a really enjoyable documentary. If you are a nature documentary lover then I see no reason why you would not love this production. And even if you're not, I'd still recommend that you give it a go.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Galapagos - Gorgeously Captured On Blu Ray !
Nothing much to be said about this wonderous and enchanting island. One of the most entertaining documentary and a remarkable blu ray disc. Read more
Published 16 days ago by AL.B
Galapagos
Not to bad hence the rating, have watched this and thought it was not as I expected However will watch it again
Published 2 months ago by tweetypie
Excellent
I thoroughly enjoyed this 3 part series. The photography is superb. Tilda Swinton's narration is excellent. Read more
Published 3 months ago by DaveT
Galapagos
A lovely program working well for me!! Have always liked anything about the Galapagos islands! I shall watch and enjoy it periodically - thanks!
Published 4 months ago by Mrs Angela M Harris
The strange world of Galapagos
A fascinating viewing of some of the most unusual creatures in the world,many of which are found nowhere else on earth. Read more
Published 5 months ago by caley634
Galapagos DVD
I am loving this series and know that my grandsons will enjoy watching it when they visit and we all need a little 'downtime'.
Published 5 months ago by Linda W
BBC, Natural History on the Galapagos
For as long as I can remember, the BBC and natural history programmes have been a safe recipe for success and this is not exception. Read more
Published 5 months ago by RR Waller
Good photography, but boring to watch
As other reviewers wrote, the photography is good, but I was not able to stay awake while watching this DVD. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Chen Tishler
Galapagos Spectacular
We are planning a trip to The Galapagos Islands, so I bought this to see what we might expect to see. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. David T. Eagle
One of the best documentary out there!!!
First of all I want to make clear that I own almost every documentary blu-ray movie you can find on Amazon. By far this blu ray is one of the best in here. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Denis Di
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