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The leopard remains one of the most camera shy of African cats, but this BBC Wildlife Special offers a unique insight into its activities. Narrator David Attenborough explains why the leopard is such a night animal, whilst the cameramen follow two specimens along Zambia's Luangwa Valley.
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Few birds have captured the human imagination as deeply as the eagle. Throughout the centuries this majestic bird of prey has been the symbol of strength and courage, such is the perfection of its design. There are 60 different kinds of eagle throughout the world - each type having adapted spectacularly to hunting different forms of prey. Remarkable aerial photography captures the dramatic life of eagles as never seen before...
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
By Nebkheprure
Format:DVD
I came across this wonderful work when it was aired on BBC 4. It was listed as an hour long program & referred to as "A Wildlife Special", usually code for not very special at all by programme pushers.
Even with David Attenborough billed as the narrator (he does not present or appear except holding a tiger cub at the very beginning) I prepared myself to watch not expecting much at all, but instead was greeted with this masterpiece of a work.
The quality of the photography is utterly superb. If you've a decent TV or a Plasma/LCD you'll relish the extremely sumptuous glorification of colour throughout.
There are no wasted scenes or seconds of footage. Every image has direct & pressing relevance to the story being told which unfolds in a relaxing manner allowing the viewer to really 'feel' what is being portrayed.
The music score is masterful too. There is a fantastic long shot at the start of the piece which zooms in from miles away to a warden on an elephant walking through the forest timed absolutely perfectly as they emerge into a clearing against the natural greens and orange of the surroundings. Film making of a very high order indeed.
I was totally taken aback by the warmth and feeling of this portrayal - the story of which is adequately dealt with by other reviews here.
Sadly, at the start of the closing credits it states that one of the main photographers (Chip Houseman) died before seeing his own undoubtedly superb work on this programme.
Rent it or buy it. Either way it's a steal at the price. I have watched it many times now, and it just gets better.
David Attenborough is as always perfection itself in his role as narrator being able to properly convey the appropriate level of gravitas, emotion and tragedy for the events that take place here.
Even with David Attenborough billed as the narrator (he does not present or appear except holding a tiger cub at the very beginning) I prepared myself to watch not expecting much at all, but instead was greeted with this masterpiece of a work.
The quality of the photography is utterly superb. If you've a decent TV or a Plasma/LCD you'll relish the extremely sumptuous glorification of colour throughout.
There are no wasted scenes or seconds of footage. Every image has direct & pressing relevance to the story being told which unfolds in a relaxing manner allowing the viewer to really 'feel' what is being portrayed.
The music score is masterful too. There is a fantastic long shot at the start of the piece which zooms in from miles away to a warden on an elephant walking through the forest timed absolutely perfectly as they emerge into a clearing against the natural greens and orange of the surroundings. Film making of a very high order indeed.
I was totally taken aback by the warmth and feeling of this portrayal - the story of which is adequately dealt with by other reviews here.
Sadly, at the start of the closing credits it states that one of the main photographers (Chip Houseman) died before seeing his own undoubtedly superb work on this programme.
Rent it or buy it. Either way it's a steal at the price. I have watched it many times now, and it just gets better.
David Attenborough is as always perfection itself in his role as narrator being able to properly convey the appropriate level of gravitas, emotion and tragedy for the events that take place here.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Farouq Taj
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've watched this a couple of times with my son and we've enjoyed it every time.
It wasn't as educational as I originally expected. The emphasis is more on the storyline however the filming is a joy to watch.
It would have been nice to refer the viewer to a website address at the end of the film so that we can keep up to date with what happened next. I assume the tigers are still living in the sanctuary and I would have liked to know more about the sanctuary and the lives of the gamekeepers who work there.
It wasn't as educational as I originally expected. The emphasis is more on the storyline however the filming is a joy to watch.
It would have been nice to refer the viewer to a website address at the end of the film so that we can keep up to date with what happened next. I assume the tigers are still living in the sanctuary and I would have liked to know more about the sanctuary and the lives of the gamekeepers who work there.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This story depicts Lakshmi the tigress' struggle to survive and raise her young in the wild.
It is beautifully shot and wonderfully narrated. I was left wanting more when the end credits started rolling!
Please note this feature seeks to highlight the trials and tribulations of tigers in the area. It is not meant to be a fluffy DVD to "ohh" and "ahh" over. Don't get me wrong it is funny and touching at times, but it is also real and there are a few bits which are gruesome to highlight the real dangers faced from other tigers. Another reviewer gave this a one star because of this, but to me this adds to the quality of the feature.
I would recommend this to anyone who likes tigers and wildlife. Buy it!
It is beautifully shot and wonderfully narrated. I was left wanting more when the end credits started rolling!
Please note this feature seeks to highlight the trials and tribulations of tigers in the area. It is not meant to be a fluffy DVD to "ohh" and "ahh" over. Don't get me wrong it is funny and touching at times, but it is also real and there are a few bits which are gruesome to highlight the real dangers faced from other tigers. Another reviewer gave this a one star because of this, but to me this adds to the quality of the feature.
I would recommend this to anyone who likes tigers and wildlife. Buy it!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very interesting
This is a very interesting DVD indeed, and works well with David Attenborough's "Spy in the Jungle" which I also have. Read more
Published 1 month ago by MR G W B CHAPMAN Greg Chapman
4.0 out of 5 stars
Wildlife Special Tiger
Did see this when it was on TV and loved it. The story of the mother tiger and her cubs very enjoyable.
Tigers are my favourite they are magnificent
Tigers are my favourite they are magnificent
Published 6 months ago by Gems
4.0 out of 5 stars
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The quality one would expect from the BBC Wildlife team. I'd have liked to have seen a bit more about the different attitudes to snakes around the world, the medical importance of... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2011 by Mr. A. G. Newman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Spellbinding!
If you love tigers and wildlife conservation, you'll love this. Captivating footage and narrative about the life and conservation of these beautiful animals.
Published on 2 Aug 2010 by Red
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not For The Sensitive Sole
I can't beleve that so many people have failed to mention in their reviews some horrible scenes that are on this DVD. Read more
Published on 28 Aug 2009 by Tallulah D
5.0 out of 5 stars
the Beauty of the Tigers world
Tiger- this is a fantastic film ,defenetly worth 5 stars, about a tigeress and her 3 trouble makking cubs, Its the first time the bbc managed to film the Tigers world in this... Read more
Published on 16 April 2008 by Mr. P. Gray
5.0 out of 5 stars
Deserves 8 stars
The documentary is set in Kanha National Park in central India - a sanctuary that I have been to dozens of times. Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2005 by Wildlifespecialist76
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wildlife Special - Leopard
A wonderful DVD accounting the life of Leopards, one particular in a Zambian national park, and a more general view of how Leopards live in northern Namibia. Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lakshmi - a tiger's story
This is the story of a tigress in the heart of India and her struggles to rear her family in the Kanha National Park. Read more
Published on 2 Oct 2004 by G. Gee
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