Thrik Posted October 16, 2009 Anyone caught this? Started on Monday: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_%28BBC_TV_series%29 It's from the same team as Planet Earth, which at least some of you should know to be an outstanding series. Pretty much the spiritual sequel, including the same music composer; plenty of incredible slow-motion footage; and of course David Attenborough. Having watched one episode I can safely say if you liked Planet Earth you're going to love this, as it features all the hallmarks that made it such an engaging and even emotional watch. I'd go so far as to say a lot of the footage I've seen thus far surpasses that in Planet Earth with regards to the 'How the hell did they manage to capture this?' aspect. In fact, forget whether or not you saw Planet Earth, or even whether or not you like nature documentaries — just watch it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanJW Posted October 16, 2009 Yeah I was thinking about posting on this. One of the most beautiful TV programs ever made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Posted October 17, 2009 Shit, I completely forgot about that thing. I'll have to catch up at some point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scrobbs Posted October 17, 2009 This is the only thing that has made me hanker after a High-Def channel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cigol Posted October 17, 2009 On a similar subject, check out 'Last chance to see' with Stephen Fry. The earlier episodes are still available on iPlayer if you missed them. No jaw dropping, eye popping visuals, but a humorous and entertaining road trip (of sorts). If you like this sort of thing I recommend it. ...as for this, I look forward to the bluray Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scrobbs Posted October 17, 2009 You might like the Douglas Adams/Mark Cawardine book of the same name, done years ago. This is an update on the things found in the book. I bought it when I was slavishly into DNA, and really got into it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderPeel2001 Posted October 19, 2009 Yeah, my ex used to say that Last Chance to See was actually Adams's finest book -- which is some compliment! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moelman Posted October 20, 2009 I watched the first episode of this the other day, looked stunning with my computer hooked up to the hdtv. Definitely a series I will follow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
F4T C4T Posted October 21, 2009 Been watching this too. It's an awesome program in the real sense of the word awesome! I'm constantly amazed at the quality of cinematography and editing that goes on in this and I too look forward to a blu ray release. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brkl Posted October 22, 2009 http://news.bbc.co.uk/earth/hi/earth_news/newsid_8314000/8314558.stm Apparently they filmed some stuff in Finland. I haven't seen any of it, but I loved Planet Earth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
