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The Human Body [VHS]

VHS ~ Beatrice

3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Product details

Actors: Beatrice, Hannelorre, Herbie, Jeff, Phillippa
Directors: Christopher Spencer
Producers: Lorraine Heggessey, Richard Dale, Sandra Gregory
Format: HiFi Sound, PAL
Language English
Classification: PG
Studio: 2 Entertain Video
VHS Release Date: 22 Jun 1998
Run Time: 200 minutes

Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

ASIN: B00004CWQH
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,735 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)
Popular in these categories:
#28 in Video > Fitness Corner > Health
#75 in Video > Television & Documentary > Documentary

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Amazon.co.uk Review

The Human Body documentary is the sort of televisual undertaking that continues to justify the BBC licence fee. Presented by Robert Winston, it takes us on a journey from birth to death using time-lapse photography, computer graphics and various state-of-the-art imaging techniques to explore every aspect, every nook and crevice of the human body in its various stages of growth, maturity and eventual decay. Conception, toddlerhood, the awkward growing pains of adolescence, the incredibly complex workings of the brain (which burns up more energy than any other part of the human body, viewers of daytime TV included, apparently) and finally death are vividly depicted and explained. Winston's lucid, avuncular tones make The Human Body accessible to an intelligent 10-year-old and ages upward, though the more squeamish viewer might baulk at scenes of food being digested, or childbirth in all its inevitable messiness. Statistics abound--the average human will eat for three-and-a-half years during his or her lifetime, eat 160kg of chocolate and spend six months on the toilet. Though heart-warming in that it shows the commonality of human experience, The Human Body is also a potentially depressing reminder of our frail physicality and mortality. However, the most moving programme here features Herbie, a cancer victim who, in agreeing to have his last moments filmed as he lies dying in a hospice, has perhaps achieved a deserved immortality through this programme.

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A journey through the 'Seven Ages Of Man', exploring at each stage the physical workings of the structure we inhabit.

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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars this is superb,first class quality documentary at it's best, 18 Jun 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The Human Body (The Making of the Original BBC TV Series) [DVD] [1998] (DVD)

This BBC series shows the complexity and beauty of the human body and mind in an imaginative and innovative way that explains all the difficult concepts in an instant.Sir Robert Winston has put all of his faith and trust on this project,and he has done done his narrative part like any other BBC presenter has done it before,to perfection. This BBC documentary programe clearly illustrates the seven ages of man,and the structure that we inhabbit.The best part of the series is the second episode,which is on pregnancy and is arguably the best,it explains not only what is happening to the baby,but also the effects on the mother,this is a must see for any parents wanting to have a baby,or the ones who are awaiting a baby.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An ideal gift for anyone with an inquisitive mind, 2 Jun 2001

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This BBC series shows the complexity and beauty of the human body and mind in an imaginative and innovative way that explains difficult concepts in an instant. Sir Robert Winston is also an engaging presenter, who manages to pass on his enthusiasm for the subject matter without effort. The first episode is somewhat general, but necessary to explain the approach. This is followed by an episode on pregnancy, which is arguably the best, and a must-see for any parents-to-be. It explains not only what is happening to the baby, but also the effects on the mother. The following episodes may also lay to rest the fears of many parents by showing what happens through childhood and puberty, and why such things as the 'terrible twos' and 'teenage tantrums' occur. Aging and death are also sympathetically treated, and the whole series acts as a wonderful learning aid for people of any age. Tools used include case studies, experiments (such as what happens to Sir Winston when he drinks alcohol) and uses forms of computer imagery never seen before this series.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Human Body, 3 Aug 2006

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This review is from: The Human Body (The Making of the Original BBC TV Series) [DVD] [1998] (DVD)

Simpy excellent television. Robert Winston is a fine presenter and makes this series enjoyable and informative for all but the youngest family members.
A lot of other reviewers have commented on his lttle over-zealous pro Darwinian stance but I have a feeling these people are letting their religious dogma interfere with rational thinking and just enjoying the program for what it is i.e. a great piece of television which is informative and enjoyable for everyone including those of us in the medical profession. Once again the BBC at its best.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Informative
The fist time I saw this series, the narrator participated in the documentary as a host (his image... talking to the spectator). This DVD eliminated the host. Read more

Published 2 months ago by D. Schelin

4.0 out of 5 stars i was agog!!!!!
this is science, biology and us [humans] at their most enthralling and captivating. i was agog, spellbound by this phenomenon. Read more

Published 13 months ago by Tarquin Danvers-Saviours

3.0 out of 5 stars -
1. strangetailor, the presenter is Robert Winston. Ray Winstone is an actor. He often plays East End types. Remember?
2. Read more

Published on 23 April 2006 by Freddy

2.0 out of 5 stars More about Evolution than The Human Body
I was disappointed after watching this series. I was hoping to get a further insight into the functioning of the Human Body, and how the various components work together. Read more

Published on 24 Feb 2005

1.0 out of 5 stars Fancy-looking entertainment
This series is most certainly not for adults with any more than a very rudimentary interest in the human body - its scope, despite the other reviewers' gushing, is extremely... Read more

Published on 25 Feb 2004 by A. Clarke

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb and avid viewing
A superb series which I watched with total interest on TV. When I became pregnant for the second time I just needed to watch it all over so bought the DVD set and haven't... Read more

Published on 24 Mar 2003 by kewhitfield

3.0 out of 5 stars The Human Body
First shown in 1998 on BBC, at the time it was considered "ground breaking" with its fancy computer graphics, but like everything with digital technology it does not stood the... Read more

Published on 15 Mar 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good BUT!
The documentary is very good and very informative, however it has one drawback, the presenter was trying to invoke his believes about the evolution theory from time to time. Read more

Published on 12 Aug 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely brilliant
I first saw this series on BBC and, now that I am about to become a grandmother for the first time, have bought this video for my daughter. Read more

Published on 26 Oct 2000

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