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Visions of Germany | 
 enlarge | Actor: Visions Of Germany
Studio: Acorn Media
Category: DVD
List Price: $39.99
Buy New: $23.98
You Save: $16.01 (40%)
Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 14252
Format: Color, Dvd-video, Widescreen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number Of Discs: 2
Running Time: 156 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.5 x 1.1
MPN: ACRDAMP9047D
UPC: 054961904792
EAN: 0054961904792
ASIN: B000K7UBVQ
Theatrical Release Date: 2004
Release Date: January 30, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Condition: BRAND NEW AND FACTORY SEALED
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Product Description
Two of germanys most scenic & historic regions unfold from a spectacular aerial vantage point. Studio: Acorn Media Release Date: 01/30/2007 Run time: 156 minutes Rating: Nr
Utilizing aerial shots and a soundtrack that includes folktunes as well as classical masterpieces by Beethoven, Wagner, and Strauss, Visions of Germany is a feast for the eyes and ears. Broken up onto two discs, one 79-minute segment tackles the bucolic sections of Germany along the Rhine, while the other (clocking in at 77 minutes) showcases Bavaria and southeastern Germany. The angles caught by the helicopter-mounted camera are impressive, though at times it would be nice to catch a street-level shot or two to shake things up. From the storybook-esque castles to the pristine gardens that rival any in England or Japan, the imagery in this travel documentary is stunning, lush, and often times breathtaking. Where the set fails is in the narration. While soft and calm, the speaker's voice is so devoid of any sort of expression that viewers may be better served watching the footage with the sound turned off. --Jae-Ha Kim
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 Very nice but a few suggestions... September 8, 2008
T. Miller (Philadelphia, PA)
I just wish there had been credits for the music selections at the end. And I think they should have used the music of Wagner right away at the beginning of the scene showing Bayreuth. For some reson they used Smetana but at least Wagner kicked in a few minutes later. A few of the folk music tunes were a bit obtrusive and didn't really flow together with the classical pieces, but that's just my personal taste.
absolutely gorgeous video May 19, 2008
Patrick M. Simmons (Geyserville, California USA)
This is a beautiful and breathtaking video . Scenery was out of this world and I am extremely glad I bought it
Flying With The Valkyrie ~ A German Adventure April 14, 2008
Brian E. Erland (Brea, CA - USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Much like most of you out there I first became acquainted with the `Vision Series' of aerial travelogue features on PBS television. Whenever I came upon one while channel surfing I'd immediately put the remote down and sit back and relax. It wasn't long before I decided these programs were something I'd never tire of watching and needed to be added to my private DVD collection.
Containing two program on two DVD discs, `Visions of Germany' is the fifth high altitude tour in the series following `Visions of ... Greece / Italy / England and France'. As with the previous four this '07 release whisks the audience away far above the maddening crowd to view Germany in all its incredible architectural and agricultural glory. Add to the visuals an robust German soundtrack and informative narration and your ready for departure!
One of the best Visions of March 28, 2008
Carl Kolchak (Mid Atlantic)
I almost have the entire collection of "Visions" and by far Germany is the best! Followed by Italy and Ireland.
Visions of Germany January 7, 2008
FJR (Minneapolis, MN)
This two part video of Bavaria and the Rhine was beautifully shot and provided a very touching narrative. The technique of photographing the sites from the air lends a quality that could not be obtained from the ground. It very adequately shows off the beauty of the southern and western portions of Germany. Having been to many of the places described in the videos, it had a special meaning to us. However, for someone who has not visited Bavaria, I believe the video would be an enticement to plan a trip.
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