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Join Britain's best-loved wit and raconteur, Stephen Fry, as he follows in the footsteps of his great friend, the late writer Douglas Adams (The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy), along with zoologist Mark Carwardine, to remote parts in search of some of the rarest and most threatened animals on Earth.
Twenty years ago Carwardine teamed up with Adams and embarked on a groundbreaking expedition in search of some of the world's most endangered animals. This time, he is joined by Stephen Fry to see how all those animals have been faring in the years since and which, if any, survived.
In this programme we follow the duo on six separate journeys which take them from the steamy jungles of the Amazon to the ice-covered mountain tops of New Zealand and from the edge of a war zone in Central Africa to a sub-tropical paradise in the North Pacific. Along the way, they search for some of the weirdest, most remarkable and most troubled creatures on earth: a large, black, sleepy animal easily mistaken for an unusually listless mudbank, a parrot with a song like an unreleased collection of Pink Floyd studio outtakes, a rhino with square lips, a dragon with deadly saliva, an animal roughly the length of a Boeing 737 and the creature most likely to emerge from the cargo doors of a spaceship.
Last Chance to See is a unique insight into the disappearing world around us, and this is their hilarious, entertaining, informative and thought-provoking adventure.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
I have been lucky enough to see a preview episode of this series and I cant recommend it enough! The, what some may say strange, pairing of Stephen Fry and Mark Carwardine works phenomenally well and this series is bound to be a hit! Its funny, educational and uplifting. Albeit it sad at times when you think of the damage humans inflict on our worlds most fantastic animals and birds.
All I can say is buy the book, buy the DVD set and then start buying the back catalogue of Carwardines other books - the man is an inspiration.
Five Stars!
All I can say is buy the book, buy the DVD set and then start buying the back catalogue of Carwardines other books - the man is an inspiration.
Five Stars!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
This is a brilliant DVD, tackling a very serious and sad subject with a great deal of humour. Each episode tells the story of a species which is currently at the edge of extinction.
Whether or not the featured species can regenerate (when man no longer seeks them for personal adornment or other (ab)use), this film documents excellently the situation pertaining in the first decade of the 21st century.
How sad that the male kakapo spends forever preparing a suitable nesting site and nightly, for many months carries out a mating dance to attract a female partner who, because of the state of numbers of the species, is highly unlikely to ever appear. However, a hand reared male kakapo decides that Mark Carwardine is his ideal mate and proceeds to "mate" with his head, unfortunately for Mark, a bit roughly! Stephen Fry finds the situation completely hilarious and teases Mark endlessly about when he is due to lay kakapo eggs. You have to laugh with him and the series is filmed in such a way that the viewer feels very involved with the action. Harry Hill also had fun with this particular episode in his Saturday night TV Burps!!
The animals featured in these episodes are all now under strict protection from conservationists. How many more species, not as large or as attractive, simply disappear without anybody noticing? If man keeps on its crash course of greed and unsustainability, man could very well be the next endangered species. Hopefully man won't take all these species with him on the way.
As well as the funny Fry we all know and love, Stephen Fry shows compassion, understanding and love for each species investigated in this series in a humourous and yet deadly serious way and for that we must thank him and love him. Thank you Stephen and Mark for this wonderful series. If you buy these two DVD's (which are excellent value for money as they are packed full with 375 minutes worth of filming) you won't regret it or get fed up with viewing them. These DVD's will be viewed regularly as they have very wide appeal to everybody from infants to grannies.
Highly recommend.
Whether or not the featured species can regenerate (when man no longer seeks them for personal adornment or other (ab)use), this film documents excellently the situation pertaining in the first decade of the 21st century.
How sad that the male kakapo spends forever preparing a suitable nesting site and nightly, for many months carries out a mating dance to attract a female partner who, because of the state of numbers of the species, is highly unlikely to ever appear. However, a hand reared male kakapo decides that Mark Carwardine is his ideal mate and proceeds to "mate" with his head, unfortunately for Mark, a bit roughly! Stephen Fry finds the situation completely hilarious and teases Mark endlessly about when he is due to lay kakapo eggs. You have to laugh with him and the series is filmed in such a way that the viewer feels very involved with the action. Harry Hill also had fun with this particular episode in his Saturday night TV Burps!!
The animals featured in these episodes are all now under strict protection from conservationists. How many more species, not as large or as attractive, simply disappear without anybody noticing? If man keeps on its crash course of greed and unsustainability, man could very well be the next endangered species. Hopefully man won't take all these species with him on the way.
As well as the funny Fry we all know and love, Stephen Fry shows compassion, understanding and love for each species investigated in this series in a humourous and yet deadly serious way and for that we must thank him and love him. Thank you Stephen and Mark for this wonderful series. If you buy these two DVD's (which are excellent value for money as they are packed full with 375 minutes worth of filming) you won't regret it or get fed up with viewing them. These DVD's will be viewed regularly as they have very wide appeal to everybody from infants to grannies.
Highly recommend.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
20 years ago Douglas Adams and Mark Carwardine produced a radio series and then a book of the same title in which they travelled the globe reporting on the precarious condition of some of the world's most endangered species. I didn't hear the radio show, but the book was one of Adams's finest, being both sobering and funny at the same time. Now a new sequel tv series re-visits the subject reporting on new endangered species as well as picking up the story of some of those that were reported on last time. This time Stephen Fry takes over the Adams role to accompany Mark.
This series is a worthwhile addition to the previous one and it works whether you are familiar with its legacy or not. What is most surprising is that I enjoyed it even though I'm not a fan of Fry's work, whether it be on quiz shows, sitcoms, travelogues or books. In fact I approached the series with some trepidation, wanting to watch because I was interested in the subject, but assuming his style of humour would detract rather than, as Adams had done, add to the enjoyment.
As it turns out Fry does all the things that irritate me (although of course many others love his style). He appears in the centre of the screen more times than the actual animals I wanted to see, as well as dragging humour out of situations with clever word play in a way that, to me anyhow, feels forced. But with Mark he has the easy camaraderie of a genuine friendship and the issues presented are just too important for them and for us. So together they provide an effective look at the side of wildlife that we don't often see on Nature shows as they visit the far-flung corners of the world and witness the cutting edge of our big ecological battles.
Again and again it's the subject of Mankind and our impact on the world that is displayed in different and thought-provoking ways and the victims are always the ones who are least able to do anything about it. Despite the humorous angle, this is a saddening, but ultimately rewarding series. I just hope some of the featured animals are here in twenty years to be reported on again.
This series is a worthwhile addition to the previous one and it works whether you are familiar with its legacy or not. What is most surprising is that I enjoyed it even though I'm not a fan of Fry's work, whether it be on quiz shows, sitcoms, travelogues or books. In fact I approached the series with some trepidation, wanting to watch because I was interested in the subject, but assuming his style of humour would detract rather than, as Adams had done, add to the enjoyment.
As it turns out Fry does all the things that irritate me (although of course many others love his style). He appears in the centre of the screen more times than the actual animals I wanted to see, as well as dragging humour out of situations with clever word play in a way that, to me anyhow, feels forced. But with Mark he has the easy camaraderie of a genuine friendship and the issues presented are just too important for them and for us. So together they provide an effective look at the side of wildlife that we don't often see on Nature shows as they visit the far-flung corners of the world and witness the cutting edge of our big ecological battles.
Again and again it's the subject of Mankind and our impact on the world that is displayed in different and thought-provoking ways and the victims are always the ones who are least able to do anything about it. Despite the humorous angle, this is a saddening, but ultimately rewarding series. I just hope some of the featured animals are here in twenty years to be reported on again.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Phenomenal. Please, please watch this.
I was lucky enough to receive the blu-ray 2-disc version of this series for Christmas and my partner and I have devoured it within a matter of days. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Nicola F (Nic)
Last Chance to See
The stunning world of wildlife with the ups and downs and turmoil of trying to save our endangered species. Enjoy!
Published 6 months ago by Ms. Jacqueline Ley
Brilliant
I read Douglas Adams' book of this title, many years ago. The DVD is an amazingly good "follow-up". It is fascinating, sad and funny. Poor Stephen. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Roscoe
Better then Attenborough
I have recently watched every episode of this programme an I-Player and it has been a joy to watch. Absolutely brilliant. My favourite nature series ever. Read more
Published 21 months ago by A. Hayman
Stephen Fry at his best
This is the DVD of the TV series and shows what a fascinating man Stephen Fry is and his enthusiasm is visible and catching.
Published 23 months ago by C. Atherley
Last Chance to See
I watched this series last year on TV and really enjoyed it. Each episode left me wanting to have been there with Mark and Stephen. Read more
Published on 25 May 2010 by Lucy
a funny delightful and informative view
In contrast to other documentaries this one does not only show the incredible shot's of the animals in question but actually takes you along on the journey. Read more
Published on 4 April 2010 by KJM Smith
Perfect viewing
For me this series is perfect viewing - informative, entertaining, beautiful, and with a serious message. Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2010 by Gregory J. Willis
The best without doubt
One the whole family will enjoy and learn from. You do not watch it, it feels like you are there with them.. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2010 by Mr. K. Heather
Great DVD
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this is one of the best Animal documentaries I've ever seen. Stephen Fry and Mark Carwardine make this show truely entertertaing. Read more
this is one of the best Animal documentaries I've ever seen. Stephen Fry and Mark Carwardine make this show truely entertertaing. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2010 by Nein_Ich_habe_keine_Rabattkarte
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