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Over America Deluxe Box Set | 
 enlarge | Actor: Over America
Studio: Topics Entertainment
Category: DVD
List Price: $29.99
Buy New: $26.00
You Save: $3.99 (13%)
Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 41764
Format: Box Set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 4
Running Time: 258 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.5 x 2.5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 60174
UPC: 781735601747
EAN: 0781735601747
ASIN: B000IJ7ACE
Release Date: December 1, 2004
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: New, never used! Factory sealed!
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Product Description
From PBS affiliate KCTS comes the Over America Deluxe Box Set a collection of the most successful regional videos ever produced. The Emmy Award-winning series presented for the first time ever in a deluxe box set features amazing cinematography and beautiful original music scores. Showcasing video shot in high- Definition (HD) by the world's most experienced aerial production team the Over America Deluxe Box Set is filled with breathtaking awe-inspiring imagery. tour the grandeur of Washington D.C. the beauty and diversity of San Francisco and experience the vast metropolis of New York City. From the rugged Northwest mountains to the spectacular capital tour America from coast-to-cost in all her majesty.Over AmericaView the scenic magnificence of our nation from her wave-swept coasts to the majestic mountains and the forested Northwest. Photographed from the air with state-of-the-art High Definition cameras Over America will become a treasured addition to your video library.Washington D.C. Our Nation's CapitalThis fascinating portrait of the capital of the United States was photographed over a year's time. The film's perspectives from the air and ground capture the sense of grandeur history and vitality that give Washington D.C its character.Globe Trekker: San FranciscoThis historic city is widely regarded as one of the most attractive cities in the United States. Home to the flower power generation and a thriving cultural mix San Francisco has something to offer everyone. Follow Justine Shapiro through Chinatown Mission The Castro Haight Ashbury and North Beach as she meets authentic hippies samples vegan food visits Alcatraz and takes a day trip to see the giant redwoods.Globe Trekker: New YorkNew York is a wondrous metropolis and the self-proclaimed capital of the world. Its vast population and multitude of ethnic groups have created a vibrantand energetic mix that is known as much for its resilience in the face of tragedy as it is for i
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 Great Set September 28, 2008
jayesem
All of the OVER sets are a good value. I enjoyed this set very much, especially the Over America and the Washington DC dvds. The color is crisp and clear on these, and the photography is very professional. The Globetrekker shows are interesting, but more informational than scenic.
 VERY DISAPPOINTING September 13, 2008
Sam E. Sage (NYC)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I had high hopes for this 4 disc box set, but it turned out to be a somewhat boring and tiresome product. The only positive thing I can say about the OVER AMERICA DELUXE BOX SET is that it has great packaging and artwork. However, the content of the discs left a lot to be desired.
I love aeiral photography and am a big fan of the VISIONS series Visions of Europe (Amazon.com Exclusive) , which are absolutely breathtaking, flawless productions. The OVER AMERICA box set did not even come close to the outstanding quality of the VISIONS series.
Out of the 4 discs in the OVER AMERICA box set, only "Over America" is exclusively comprised of aerial photography. The other 3 discs, "Washington DC," "New York," and "San Francisco" are more like tour guides of these cities: a ride on a cable car in San Francisco, a tour of Alcatraz Prison, a look at the Washington DC monuments, a ride on the NYC trains, etc., etc. Been there, done that.
I was hoping for a total aerial survey of these cities, with sweeping panoramas and vistas much like the VISIONS series does with Italy, Greece, England, Germany, and other countries. Unfortunately, all you get in the OVER AMERICA box set is poorly edited shots and uninspired narration set against truly banal music. The aerial photography in the "Over America" disc was often annoying because many scenes that could have been interesting lasted only a few seconds long. The quick cuts never allowed the viewer to enjoy the scenery, so all interest in the subject was lost.
To experience the beauty of aerial photography filmed in true high definition, I heartily recommend: Visions of Italy or Visions of France . Hopefully the people who produced the OVER AMERICA videos will learn something from the VISIONS series and will do the same for the United States. I look forward to that.
 ------An enjoyable way to see parts of the United States----- June 29, 2008
Judith Miller (Bluemont, VA USA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Over America - Deluxe Box Set is great for learning some interesting facts about the United States that you may have forgotten, or never knew in the first place!
The first disk simply called Over America has wonderful photography taken from a helicopter flying over various parts of the United States. Sections of New England, New York City, Florida, Texas, California, and the Pacific Northwest take up most of the disk. My state, Virginia, is only shown where the flight cruised down the Potomac River and flew over Great Falls, Virginia, on the way to Washington, D.C. It is great to see some of the monuments of Washington, D. C. from the sky. That was enjoyable, but the South was pretty much ignored in most of the series. In defense of the project, I know that every state could not be covered.
The second disk is San Francisco where the city is introduced as the most liberal town in the United States. This is more like a city tour where you walk around with a guide who does street interviews and gives you local history. The guide covered many parts of the city where various ethnic areas are visited including Chinatown, Haight Ashbury, and North Beach. A trip to the old prison, Alcatraz, is also interesting and lots of wonderful scenery with huge redwood trees are shown in all their glory.
The third disk is Washington, D. C. Having worked in D. C. for a number of years and living within a short distance away, I know this area the best. The Capitol, White House, Jefferson and Lincoln monuments are all showcased, as is the Library of Congress. I think most Americans would find it very interesting.
The fourth and last disk is New York City. Again, very enjoyable, with two different guides giving their personal tours and visits of the city. This was done in a light hearted way and there are some fun and amusing scenes. I especially loved seeing The Statue of Liberty and many of the tall buildings from the air! Also, the viewer is given a visit to all five Boroughs. The horrible destruction to the Twin Towers is discussed and Ground Zero is shown. An interview is conducted with a man who survived the bombing. That was a very mournful and sad part of this otherwise easy going tour. We Americans will never forget that day in our history!
I found this series to be very rewarding and recommend it to anyone who wants to visit some of the places mentioned. If you have no thoughts of a visit, this series will make you feel like you've been there!
 More than I wanted June 19, 2007
Gerhart L. Klein (Marlton, New Jersey, USA)
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
I only wanted the "Over America" DVD itself, but ordered this because I did not realize what was included. The set includes:
Over America - 116 minutes
Washington D.C. - 58 minutes
Globe Trekker: San Francisco - 60 minutes
Globe Trekker - New York - 60 minutes
Over America Deluxe Box Set June 17, 2007
woman from austin
2 out of 9 found this review helpful
The producer tried to put stuff together, only the 4th disc (Washington DC) worth watching.
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