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DVD ~ Francesco Da Mosto
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  • Actors: Francesco Da Mosto
  • Format: PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 2
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: 2 Entertain Video
  • DVD Release Date: 18 Aug 2008
  • Run Time: 360 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001ARYYM2
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,459 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Venetian architect and historian Francesco da Mosto sets out from Venice to cross the Mediterranean sea - following in the wake of his ancestor, the explorer Alvise da Mosto - to discover the cities and islands where Western civilization was born. Sailing in a late nineteenth-century schooner, he starts his journey in Venice and finishes in Istanbul. Along the way he takes in spectacular ruins like the Acropolis in Athens and the Roman city of Ephesus in Turkey; sacred sites like the monasteries of Mount Athos and the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul; and beautiful Dubrovnik (destroyed and rebuilt in the last decade). Ancient history and bygone legends intertwine as Francesco visits these wonderful ancient sites, bringing the past vividly to life, and taking viewers on a thrilling cultural odyssey.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Picturesque, entertaining and whets the appetite..., 20 July 2008
Well, I haven't finished watching this series yet, because it is still being screened on the Beeb for the first time. However, from what I have seen, I can say that this series is as entertaining as Francesco's previous series on Venice and Italy - Top to Toe.

Where this show succeeds is in the BEAUTIFUL cinematography and the effective score, but mostly, I have enjoyed watching it for Francesco himself, who is an extremely informative and charming guide. His enthusiasm for the subject is boyish and endearing and you feel you'd love to get on board and join him on his journey. His skill as a historian is to make history personal so that anyone can relate to times past.

The narrative is a nice balance of history, geography and light, human-interest stories. It gives a small flavour of places you can't help but want to visit yourself. I don't think it was meant as an indepth history, as this would be impossible in a 30 min show... so Francesco has achieved, I feel, what he possibly set out to achieve... that is, to provide a little entertainment for the audience, while providing them with enough information to make them want to, hopefully, find out more for themselves!

I will definately be buying the show to view again and hope that this won't be his last!
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62 of 70 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Dear Hooligween "Rowena the Red" (Kernow, Great Britain), sorry but you don't know what are you saying, 15 July 2008
By Francesco Da Mosto - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   
Dear Hooligween "Rowena the Red" (Kernow, Great Britain)
i sure can accept your opinion,
but saying that my wife:
"The theme is that Francesco, a native Venetian (who happens to be married to a British TV executive, I understand...)"
it is completely wrong,
in fact she has never been and never will be a TV executive,
and saying it, carries nasty insinuations;
next time, check yous facts.
sincerely
francesco da mosto
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastico!, 26 Aug 2008
By Ms. K. Lafferty (Stirlingshire, Scotland) - See all my reviews
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As with all Francesco's projects, his "Mediterranean Voyage" is simply a joy to watch. His quirky, heartfelt style of presentation is like taking a journey with an old friend, and the beautifully filmed Mediterranean scenery makes a wonderful backdrop to the glorious Black Swan. (And, if I'm totally honest, one glimpse of the gorgeous Captain Giulio and I was hooked!)
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars E Magnifico, Francesco!
In no time you feel you know this man! We were simply captivated by this exciting and informative voyage. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Helen

5.0 out of 5 stars I don't think there is anyone else who can make me want to visit a place more than Francesco!
Francesco has showed me another part of the world I now must go to. I never knew about Croatia's beauty. Read more
Published 2 months ago by A. Boyd

2.0 out of 5 stars Under the wife's influence
The differences between "miserable old git" and "discerning critic" are mostly subjective.

As a discerning critic I tend to view things in a slightly different way... Read more
Published 2 months ago by R. Bingham

5.0 out of 5 stars Eye opening
A fabulously interesting sequel to the series about Venice. We all know about the Roman Empire but few know about the Venetian Empire. Read more
Published 7 months ago by A. Mason

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating
I did see part of this DVD on TV and was so enthralled by it I found it a 'must have' to watch whenever. Read more
Published 10 months ago by P. Waller

5.0 out of 5 stars Francesco's Mediterranean Voyage
Francesco's Mediterranean Voyage brings to life a beautiful journey from Venice to Istanbul with wonderful photography along the way. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mark Kierans

5.0 out of 5 stars Francesco Rocks...........again
I have watched Francesco's Venice over and over again, also Top to Toe. I treated myself to Mediterranean Voyage and will watch it repeatedly too. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Casper

4.0 out of 5 stars It was very informative and attractive execpt Istanbul(Turkey) Part
It is the second publication from FDM. The first one "Venice", I have the DVD and the book. I must say that this DVD/Book was also very informative and attractive. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Murat Balci

5.0 out of 5 stars source of music
what a stunning series - more and more of the same please - and with the Black Swan and its crew (what a lovely group of people they appear to be, full of life! Read more
Published 18 months ago by nuage35

5.0 out of 5 stars unforgettable
The music that accompanied this series was so thrilling and atmospheric....and the photography was breathtaking. Francesco was his usual loveable self.............. Read more
Published 18 months ago by A. Mcclintock

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