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In this highly acclaimed series, Gavin Stamp embarks on the most romantic, glamorous railway journey in the world - all the way across Europe to the edge of Asia. His adventures on and off the train are punctuated by Stamp's candid reflections on life, architecture, history and the countries he visits. The result is hugely entertaining. Stamp's journey takes in Paris, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Transylvania, Bucharest and Istanbul. From the director of 'The Naked Pilgrim', also available on DVD.
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'Compulsive viewing.' --Simon Hoggart, The Spectator 'Quirky and inspired. Stamp really does know what he's talking about, and he doesn't care what you think of him.' --AA Gill, Sunday Times 'An enticing, illuminating ride.' --Daily Mail
'Quirky and inspired. Stamp really does know what he's talking about, and he doesn't care what you think of him.' --AA Gill, Sunday Times
'An enticing, illuminating ride.' --Daily Mail
'Quirky and inspired. Stamp really does know what he's talking about, and he doesn't care what you think of him.' --AA Gill, Sunday Times
'An enticing, illuminating ride.' --Daily Mail
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By kd001
I watched this series on TV and loved it. The Orient Express itself is only shown in the first episode though this was in my opinion sufficient and it was very interesting to see a journey on the restored 1930s carriages. Gavin Stamp actually follows the original Orient Express route across eastern Europe (which the current Venice-Simplon Simplon Orient Express does not follow) so from Vienna onwards he uses various passenger trains. The series concentrates mainly on the architecture at the various places visited (with some insight into local history and culture as well) but this was very interesting. Gavin Stamp is a great presenter and gives sufficient information without boring the viewers. I thought this was a lot better than Michael Palin's New Europe (also about Eastern Europe) because with this you actually get to see the historical sites at the various places. Definitely recommended to anyone with even a slight interest in architecture or the history of Eastern Europe.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Saw this originally on TV and thought it was the best "travel" programme of the year, alongside Paul Merton's China series. Aside from providing interesting insights into countries and areas we dont hear much about, Gavin Stamp is also a hilariously grumpy and snobby travelling companion. His tantrum about having to use a bus, and therefore go to a bus station, was priceless. Recommended on a number of levels!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By MarkE
Having seen the original series on TV and thought it was something I would want to see again more than once I bought the DVD. If you have not seen the TV series, Stamp travels the route of the old Orient Express to Istanbul, stopping regularly to look at interesting (for various reasons) architecture.
Like many DVDs of TV series this is simply a compilation of the programmes transmitted so, if you watch it in a short space of time, the introduction that is perfectly acceptable once a week become boring. That however is the only thing I would criticise here. Until I read the biography on the DVD I knew nothing about Stamp, but I found him an enjoyable guide to the architecture covered in the series. He holds very strong opinions on his subject and is equally willing to express them; I don't believe his views match those of the architectural establishment, and that is no bad thing.
With his strongly held and clearly stated opinions, and his willingness to depart from the accepted view, it came as no surprise that this came from the same production company as Brian Sewell's two series; Naked Pilgrim and the Grand tour.
Like many DVDs of TV series this is simply a compilation of the programmes transmitted so, if you watch it in a short space of time, the introduction that is perfectly acceptable once a week become boring. That however is the only thing I would criticise here. Until I read the biography on the DVD I knew nothing about Stamp, but I found him an enjoyable guide to the architecture covered in the series. He holds very strong opinions on his subject and is equally willing to express them; I don't believe his views match those of the architectural establishment, and that is no bad thing.
With his strongly held and clearly stated opinions, and his willingness to depart from the accepted view, it came as no surprise that this came from the same production company as Brian Sewell's two series; Naked Pilgrim and the Grand tour.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Gavin Stamps Orient Express DVD
I have seen this on tv and liked it. Gavin Stamp gives a good commentary and shows some of the country and people wherever the train journey/bus journey takes him. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Norma Marot
4.0 out of 5 stars
Quirky commentary
Honest, amusing and sometimes curmudgeonly. Gavin Stamp will one day be a grumpy old man, but the film, photography and commentary are brilliant - good for steam train buffs and... Read more
Published 4 months ago by jJuliet
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gavin Stamp's Orient Express
Excellent series, thoroughly entertaining. Would recommend to anyone interested in travel and history. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Anne B
5.0 out of 5 stars
more gavin stamp please!
This is a wonderful series,a very small proportion on the Orient Express , the rest on different trains and travel as gavin travels the old orient express line. Read more
Published 24 months ago by mrs_t
5.0 out of 5 stars
It Must Be Said ...
I was going to write that if you liked the programmes of Brian Sewell's pilgrimage to Santiago di Compostella, or of his Grand Tower around Italy, then you'll like Gavin Stamp's... Read more
Published on 12 April 2011 by Nicholas Casley
4.0 out of 5 stars
Putting his own stamp on the Orient Express
Gavin Stamp's very personal approach to a documentary is refreshing. It is not cloying but realistic, giving an insight into life as it is for the inhabitants of the various... Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2010 by Carolyn Castle
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Travel Documentary
We first saw this travel/architectural documentary on television earlier this year and thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end. Read more
Published on 2 May 2010 by Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful, insightful television.
This fine series is hosted by a man of strong opinions, strongly expressed. Gavin Stamp knows his onions and is a genial and informative host. When things annoy him, he says so. Read more
Published on 31 Jan 2010 by Geoffrey Bellamy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Englishman abroad
Gavin Stamp goes where Englishmen fear to tread he visits places you never will and keeps you entertained with his dry wit, irreverent opinions and fantastic knowledge of... Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2010 by Mel Newport
3.0 out of 5 stars
Travels with Eeyore
It's a great route all right, and great buildings but the spec is that Gavin Stamp stands in front of them and whines. Read more
Published on 23 Aug 2009 by Alison Thinks
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