Reel World: The voice of natural history
Nature documentaries are a wonderful way to explore our world, animals, natural wonders and science. Having the voice of natural history, Sir David Attenborough, narrate makes them outstanding. Honestly, if he isn’t the narrator, I don't feel like I'm even watching a nature video. Attenborough is a British broadcaster, biologist, natural historian and writer. Because of his contributions in science he has had many species named in his honor. Attenborough's award-winning natural history programs have captivated us for many years. I'm highlighting four of his most recent documentaries.
Asia: A Spectacle Like No Other
Vast deserts, dense jungles, polar landscapes and tropical seas are explored in this dazzling journey across Earth's biggest continent, Asia. Witness the breathtaking variety of Asia's wildest places. You'll travel from the vast Arabian Desert to the unexplored jungles of Indonesia. Then observe the biting polar wilderness of Siberia to the tropical coral seas of the Indian Ocean.
Dramatic wildlife stories are captured in extraordinary locations including the Tibetan plateau, the Gobi Desert and the Himalayas. The series features rare species of bears, rhinos and big cats, and showcases the surprising variety of animals that thrive in Asia's urban environments. Finally, meet the conservation heroes working hard to protect Asia's irreplaceable and unforgettable wild places and animals.
As Attenborough enters his 98th year, this unique and charming film documents the highlights of his incredible life. Follow Attenborough's journey from his boyhood days as a fossil hunter, through his early days as a host on Zoo Quest, to his programs using pioneering technology of the day such as 3D.
“For over 40 years, Sir David Attenborough took us by the hand and walked us through the natural world with an ease and grace that we will probably never see again,” said Fred Kaufman, Executive Producer for Nature. “There will never be another Attenborough, and Nature is fortunate to have worked with him on so many iconic films and series.”
Museum Alive with David Attenborough
Attenborough explores the Natural History Museum in London and meets some of the most extraordinary creatures from the past. These animals are brought back to life using state of the art CGI informed by the latest scientific understanding, which allows him to come face to face with a saber-toothed tiger, dodge a giant eagle and evade a colossal snake.
One evening, Attenborough slips past the security guards deep into London’s Natural History Museum. Now locked in, he witnesses something extraordinary: long-extinct creatures burst to life, turning from fossils to living, breathing and walking beasts. The historic museum building becomes the playground of these fascinating creatures. This adventure takes Attenborough on an enchanting journey through time and along the way he reveals insights into these extinct creatures and how our understanding of them has changed over time.
The contemporary and unfiltered series offers fascinating insights into the most successful animal group ever, from the tiny Etruscan shrew to the giant blue whale. Mammals, the most loved group of all animals, are found on every continent and in every ocean, from the frozen wildernesses to the densest jungles, in the hottest deserts and the darkest depths. Discover the secrets to their success their winning design, incredible adaptability, unrivalled intelligence and unique sociability. The series also highlights many of the challenges facing mammals in a rapidly changing world and how they endeavor to overcome them.
