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Africa: The Serengeti | 
 enlarge | Director: George Casey
Actor: James Earl Jones
Studio: Lumivision
Category: DVD
Buy New: $84.95
Rating:  34 reviews
Sales Rank: 121706
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 0
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 1
Picture Format: Academy Ratio
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 40 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
ISBN: 6304441029
UPC: 724117039790
EAN: 9786304441022
ASIN: 6304441029
Theatrical Release Date: April 1, 1994
Release Date: March 19, 1997
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: NEW. Authentic, U.S. Retail Released DVD Product, Factory Sealed. Quick International & APO/FPO AIRMAIL! #ds(min=$39.95)
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| Editorial Reviews:
This spectacular IMAX documentary has been meticulously transferred to provide one of the most stunning DVDs available, with image quality so vivid that it seems almost three-dimensional. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the images themselves are amazing, consisting of some of the finest nature cinematography you're ever likely to see, following a year of seasonal change in the "circle of life" of East Africa's Serengeti plain. Photographed entirely on location in Kenya and Tanzania, the 40-minute film chronicles a natural phenomenon that few humans are privileged to witness in their lifetime: the annual great migration, during which over two million wildebeests, zebras, and antelope travel 500 miles across the plain to ensure their survival. It's an awesome display of natural wonders, and of course there's danger as well as beauty, with lions, crocodiles, and cheetahs among the predators of migrating wildlife. The images range from wondrous to horrifying to hilarious, forming a portrait of life and death that remains powerful even after repeated viewings. The DVD is truly intended for a global audience, with eight optional audio tracks in English (narrated by James Earl Jones), Bavarian, French, Castilian, Catalan, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin. --Jeff Shannon
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| Customer Reviews: Read 29 more reviews...
 "There is a place on Earth where it is still the morning of life and great herds run free" November 18, 2008
Stephen Pletko (London, Ontario, Canada)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
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The title of this review is what the narrator says at the beginning and end of this fantastic documentary (first shown in IMAX theatres) that profiles a place where the equation of life is as follows:
(1) Herbivores eat plants.
(2) Carnivores eat herbivores.
The place profiled is the Serengeti, a huge area of grassland in Tanzania, East Africa. The narrator is Darth Vader himself, James Earl Jones, whose voice adds another dimension to this mesmerizing and revealing film.
Here's a sampling of what you will see:
(1) The Great Migration (a sight few have seen and considered a great wonder of the world)
(2) "One of the natural wonders of the world"
(3) One of the "most famous archaeological sites on Earth"
(4) A sampling of millions of diverse creatures found here including the "horses of Africa"
(5) The proud people who live here
(6) Miracles of the Serengeti
My knowledge of the Serengeti before viewing this film was...nothing. I found this film a great and exciting way to be introduced to this important region of the world. You couldn't ask for better cinematography and photography.
I found the background music throughout to be interesting and unique.
What I especially liked was that the narrator did not attempt to overwhelm me with too many details. I got the impression that only the most important and interesting information was carefully selected and presented.
Finally, the DVD itself (the one released in 2005) is perfect in picture and sound quality. It has no extras.
In conclusion, there is indeed a place on this planet where it is still the morning of life and the great herds run free. This place has been captured for all to see in this extraordinary film!!
(1994; 39 min; wide screen; 13 scenes)
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BEAUTIFUL October 9, 2008
B. E. Taylor (OP, KS)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The is why you buy blu-ray disk and Plasma TV. The images are off the charts if you are into nature and nature shows this is a must for your collections. AWESOME!!!
Wow! October 9, 2008
TheRealTruth (OrangeCounty, CA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This was a great video if you believe in the Circle of Life. I watched it 3 times in one sitting because I wanted to see more. And each time I watched it, I noticed more detail and heard more facts! Should be viewed w/ low lighting in the room and you'll feel like you're on the Serengeti with James Earl Jones!
SUPERB September 17, 2008
Ruckhauser
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a fantastic armchair look at the Serengetti, a place I'll never see on my own and can only rely on professional cinematographers to make it live. It appeals to all ages and the photography is so vivid, it seems like the animals can come directly through the screen. James Early Jones is the perfect narrator.
 Africa: The Serengeti (IMAX) [Blu-ray] September 7, 2008
J. Harris (Remlap, Alabama United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The DVD was really good. Great color ect. I have a rather large TV and it showed well, but I was constantly thinking how much better it would be at the IMAX theater. I guess once you have watched a movie or show at the IMAX then it spoils their videos for home use a little. All in all thought, it was worth the watch.
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