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Michael Mosley embarks on an astonishing voyage through the world's most complex organism--you.
Inside The Human Body takes us deep under our skin where we are dwarfed by even the smallest cell, where blood vessels become vast cathedrals and the tiniest cluster of cilia becomes an expansive forest.
Our body’s almost infinite ability to adapt and surprise is illustrated by the stories of remarkable characters whose bodies allow them to do amazing things, live in incredible places and push their physiology to the limits. Spectacular photography shows human behaviour in super slow motion, revealing elements of ourselves that we are completely unaware of.
Inside The Human Body takes us deep under our skin where we are dwarfed by even the smallest cell, where blood vessels become vast cathedrals and the tiniest cluster of cilia becomes an expansive forest.
Our body’s almost infinite ability to adapt and surprise is illustrated by the stories of remarkable characters whose bodies allow them to do amazing things, live in incredible places and push their physiology to the limits. Spectacular photography shows human behaviour in super slow motion, revealing elements of ourselves that we are completely unaware of.
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72 of 74 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning ! Proof once again of how good the BBC is at making things like this ...
28 May 2011
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've just finished watching this entire series on iPlayer - took me 2 sittings.
I enjoyed it so much as soon as I finished the last program I came on here and pre-ordered it to add to my growing collection of similar programs (Life On Earth, The Living Planet, The Wonders Of The Solar System, etc etc)
It really doesn't hurt to be reminded again and again how precious and wonderful you, your existence in this world and the existence of this amazing universe we are part of actually are, and is something the BBC seem particularly good at achieving. This series is another such triumph in my humble opinion.
I have nothing but admiration and respect for Gerald and his family for showing, simply, how much a part of living dying actually is. The moment when the 8 year old indian girl see's her face again, after surgery to fix her cleft palate, is something that makes you proud to be part of the human race. The explanations and imagery around simple things like breathing, conception, balance - all outstanding. Even the elements that made me cringe a bit (the guy who gets new hands for instance) at least left me thinking hard about how far we go / should go to preserve life and its quality, and the understated example showing the differences for the pregnant woman in Africa against the one having triplets over here was a particularly clever bit of programming.
Uplifting, awe inspiring, amazing, thought provoking, informative and entertaining. If you want something to balance the "horror of humankind" that is all too often pushed on us by the mass media, simply put, buy this ! (and no, I'm not on commission lol)
I enjoyed it so much as soon as I finished the last program I came on here and pre-ordered it to add to my growing collection of similar programs (Life On Earth, The Living Planet, The Wonders Of The Solar System, etc etc)
It really doesn't hurt to be reminded again and again how precious and wonderful you, your existence in this world and the existence of this amazing universe we are part of actually are, and is something the BBC seem particularly good at achieving. This series is another such triumph in my humble opinion.
I have nothing but admiration and respect for Gerald and his family for showing, simply, how much a part of living dying actually is. The moment when the 8 year old indian girl see's her face again, after surgery to fix her cleft palate, is something that makes you proud to be part of the human race. The explanations and imagery around simple things like breathing, conception, balance - all outstanding. Even the elements that made me cringe a bit (the guy who gets new hands for instance) at least left me thinking hard about how far we go / should go to preserve life and its quality, and the understated example showing the differences for the pregnant woman in Africa against the one having triplets over here was a particularly clever bit of programming.
Uplifting, awe inspiring, amazing, thought provoking, informative and entertaining. If you want something to balance the "horror of humankind" that is all too often pushed on us by the mass media, simply put, buy this ! (and no, I'm not on commission lol)
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Onamynous
Format:DVD
A truly wonderful combination! This programme is simultaneously uplifting and educational. It also has stunningly crafted images.
I am a doctor and I know most of the facts presented. However, the programme still captivated me with Mosley's gripping presentation.
I am a doctor and I know most of the facts presented. However, the programme still captivated me with Mosley's gripping presentation.
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I have to thank my sister for introducing this series to me, I have enjoyed every second of it.
There are a lot of detailed computer animated scenes to show you what happens within the body so you can get a good idea of what happens, there are some scenes which some people may find "disturbing" obviously unintended to upset anyone, but the fact is this is life and this is what happens, you can't just hide yourself to what can happen.
Nevertheless this series is extremely educational, with a lot of facts that I didn't even know until now, I would recommend this for older children, but would recommend parents to watch through it first to make sure it is 100% suitable for their kids age, if you think they will be able to handle some scenes I think this DVD would be very beneficial to their education.
Top stars from me!
There are a lot of detailed computer animated scenes to show you what happens within the body so you can get a good idea of what happens, there are some scenes which some people may find "disturbing" obviously unintended to upset anyone, but the fact is this is life and this is what happens, you can't just hide yourself to what can happen.
Nevertheless this series is extremely educational, with a lot of facts that I didn't even know until now, I would recommend this for older children, but would recommend parents to watch through it first to make sure it is 100% suitable for their kids age, if you think they will be able to handle some scenes I think this DVD would be very beneficial to their education.
Top stars from me!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Saw it on the TV had to get it
I really enjoy the programmes Michael Mosley presents so when I watched this on the TV I loved it. At the time it was relevant to the revision I was doing for A2 biology so is a... Read more
Published 3 days ago by NC
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fab
watched with the kids, aged 8, 9, and 11, very interesting for everyone, they were fascinated and they remembered quite a bit after, no doubt they ill watch again, had fab visuals... Read more
Published 6 days ago by wjh
5.0 out of 5 stars
DVD Review
This Dvd is very good and I have enjoyed it very much. I brought the Dvd for use in my homeschooling sessions with my Son nearly 11 however may need to use it with him next year... Read more
Published 26 days ago by PatriciaDawn1965
5.0 out of 5 stars
DVD
Bought this DVD as I am interested in the human body after viewing it I found it to be fantastic full of very interesting facts and in full colour can recommend
Published 1 month ago by Silverfox
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very educational
Content was brilliant, really enjoyed, Presenter was easy to listen to and very informative.Interesting real life accounts were included too.
Published 1 month ago by Janet Shaw
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Fascinating programme, presented really well. One of those videos that everyone should watch to be amazed and educated about how incredible our bodies really are.
Published 2 months ago by John Anthony
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love the DVD
This DVD is very informative and the way it is presented keeps you wanting more. Its a shame the length was so small but I guess they kept from going into too much detail which... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Picky Shopper
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exceptional
Loved the TV series so much that I had to have the dvd. Marvellously absorbing way everything is deatiled and explained.
Published 3 months ago by blends1985
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fascinating from start to finish!
A fascinating insight into what makes us tick. Great photography and camera trickery and a friendly presenter who knows his stuff. I could watch the whole series in one go. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Matley54
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good
Gives a very good overview of the human body, as it progresses through life. some scenes not suitable for young children. Read more
Published 3 months ago by hamloy
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