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Features: DVD
From the creators of Blue Planet: Seas of Life comes this epic series celebrating the Earth as never before. With an unprecedented production budget, using high definition photography and revolutionary ultra-high speed cameras, five years in the making, over 2000 days in the field, using 40 cameramen across 200 locations, Planet Earth is the ultimate portrait of our planet.This stunning television experience captures rare action, impossible locations and intimate moments with out planet's best-loved, wildest and most elusive creatures. From the highest mountains to the deepest rivers, Planet Earth takes you to places you've never been to experience sights and sounds never before captured on film. Prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty and majesty of Planet Earth. Planet Earth: The Complete Collection includes all 11 episodes: From Pole to Pole, Mountains, Fresh Water, Caves, Deserts, Ice Worlds, The Great Plains, Forests, Jungles, The Shallow Seas, and Ocean Wide, Ocean Deep.
"This is the best DVD of the year...an absolutely extraordinary achievement." Chicago Tribune
"...a series so compelling that it puts all other shows in the shade...a joy to behold...mindblowing..." Daily Mirror
"...the new gold standard in nature documentaries...absolutely riveting..." Dan Mancini, DVD Verdict
"...shows just how far nature photography has come. It's the best I've seen, and the cameras go places no one has gone before." James Plath, DVD Town
"...an excellent documentary and one that both offers beautiful imagery and interesting locations." Jeff Swindoll, Monsters and Critics
"Planet Earth is the BBC's Natural History Unit at its biggest and boldest." Sunday Times
"A tour de force...A masterpiece." The New York Times
Editor's Note
With both impressive scope and incredible detail, PLANET EARTH explores the entire world using high definition cinematography. Boasting a budget of over $25 million, this BBC/Discovery Channel co-production exposes the beauty of the earth and its animal inhabitants from a cuddly panda cub to an attacking shark. David Attenborough narrates, as the vivid documentary takes to the sea, as well as to the mountains, caves, deserts, jungles, and more. With 40 cameramen traveling to 200 locations, this is an epic series that can't be missed. This set contains every episode: "Living Planet," "Mountains," "Fresh Water," "Caves," "Deserts," "Frozen Worlds," "The Great Plains," "Forests," "Jungles," "The Shallow Seas," "Ocean Wide, Ocean Deep," and "Planet Earth - The Future."
| Features | 110 Minutes Of Behind The Scenes Footage: One 10-Minute Behind The Scenes Program For Each Episode | | Documentary: Planet Earth - The Future: This 3-Part, 2 1/2 Hour Series Looks At What The Future May Hold For Endangered Animals, Habitats & -- Ultimately -- Ourselves. Following The Environmental Issues Raised By Planet Earth, It Asks Why So Many Species Are Threatened & How They Can Be Protected In The Future | | Interactive Menus | | Scene Selection |
| Entertainment Reviews
 | Planet Earth (BBC) - The Complete Series - DVD By: Michael Jones - Blogcritics.org Reviews Published on: 4/30/2007 10:15 PM | | How does one even begin to lay down the words that would even dare to try to encompass and review the DVD boxset of the BBCs nature documentary/mini-series Planet Earth, and not instantly feel insignificant and otherwise insufficient for the task? Bearing in mind that the overall cost of production was around $25 million and that filming occurred over the span of 62 countries, 204 individual locations, all over a period of five years, perhaps such feelings are not altogether unwarranted.
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| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: Warner |
| Release Date: 4/24/2007 |
| Running Time: 550 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 2007 | | Catalog ID: 029380 | | UPC: 00794051293824 | | Number of Discs: 5 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Anamorphic Widescreen 1.85:1 |
| Cast & Crew | Alastair Fothergill - Director | | Andy Netley - Editor | | David Attenborough - Writer | | David Attenborough - Narrated By | | George Fenton - Original Music By | | Jo Payne - Editor | | Mike Madden - Cinematographer | | Sigourney Weaver - Narrated By | | Vanessa Berlowitz, et. al. - Producer | | Alastair Fothergill - Producer | | Maureen Lemire - Executive Producer | | Michael Kelem, et. al. - Cinematographer | | Sam Watts - Original Music By | | Thom Sulek - Editor |
| Awards |
Nominee (2007) | | | British Academy Awards, Planet Earth, Audience Award (TV) | | | British Academy Awards, George Fenton, Best Original Television Music | | | British Academy Awards, Andrew Shillabeer, Best Photography Factual | | | British Academy Awards, Andrew Wilson, et. al., Best Sound Factual | | | British Academy Awards, Alastair Fothergill, Mark Linfield, Huw Wheldon Award for Specialist Factual | |
Winner (2007) | | | Emmy, Doug Allen, et. al., Outstanding Cinematography for Nonfiction Programming | | | Emmy, George Fenton, Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score) | | | Emmy, Maureen Lemire, et. al., Outstanding Nonfiction Series | | | Emmy, Kate Hopkins, Outstanding Sound Editing for Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera) | |
Nominee (2007) | | | Emmy, Andy Netley, Outstanding Picture Editing for Nonfiction Programming | | | Emmy, Graham Wild, Outstanding Sound Mixing for Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera) | | | Emmy, Vanessa Berlowitz, Outstanding Writing for Nonfiction Programming |
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| | Professional Reviews | Entertainment Weekly
"[T]he often gasp-inducing footage takes on a startling vividness and depth." -- Grade: A 04/27/2007 127Ultimate DVD
5 stars out of 5 -- "PLANET EARTH is a sprawling look at our world and its wildlife, sumptuously captured by the most technologically advanced cameras." 08/01/2007 p.88 DVD Verdict 10 of 10
Simply put, Planet Earth is the new gold standard in nature documentaries. Produced by Alastair Fothergill and the BBC's Natural History Unit as a follow-up to their universally lauded oceanographic series, The Blue Planet, this 11-part examination of the majestic beauty of Earth's remotest landscapes and rarest species is guaranteed to take your breath away. The show offers a whirlwind tour of the planet, sweeping viewers in grand aerial shots from artic tundra to craggy mountains to surging deserts to rainforests and oceans teeming with life. Along the way we get a brand new glimpse of the life-and-death struggle unfolding daily in the wilds of our globe...Like all nature series, each episode of Planet Earth draws its dramatic intensity from the relentless struggle between life and death--and the show is, indeed, dramatically intense. Placid shots of achingly beautiful flora, fauna, and sprawling landscapes are juxtaposed against the never-ending contest between predator and prey. Planet Earth is absolutely riveting, but not for the feint of heart...It is the astounding breadth, scope, and depth of Planet Earth that makes it revolutionary. - Dan Mancini
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| Customer Reviews | ![]() | | Cinematography |  5 | | Plot |  4.5 | | Acting | 4.5 | | Overall Satisfaction | 4.5 |
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4 of 5 Dog Eat Dog Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Bob from Andover, MN
The scenery is exemplary. Every section, however, starts out showing a fluffy, cute animal and then ominous music sets the stage for it being eaten by something bigger and faster. I know how Nature works, I even eat something cute and fluffy now and again. I just don't find watching this played out over and over real enjoyable. I actually enjoy the segment on the filming as much or more than the actual footage. This series is like Wild Kingdom for the 21st Century. Was this review helpful?  
5 of 5 Must Own Educational DVD Monday, May 11, 2009
A Viewer from Florida
Wonderful series on our planet. I bought this set as a gift for my sister and her family. They love it and watch it over and over. Strongly recommend this DVD collection for any nature lover that your know. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 want to watch a great series? Friday, May 08, 2009
Donna from Johnston RI
This is one of the best series that has ever been produced. A must have for anyone's DVD collection. Great for kids to learn about their world. Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
5 of 5 A must for every household Wednesday, April 29, 2009
A Viewer from Plano Texas
Admire the crew who worked on this .. Did great job
Our planet is Amazing I am grateful for it Was this review helpful?
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5 of 5 A fantastic DVD set for all ages Thursday, April 23, 2009
A Viewer from Charlotte, NC
I brought this set of DVD's as a gift for my 11 year old daughter. She totally loved it and learned a lot of new things. This DVD is very educational and informative for all ages. Was this review helpful?
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5 of 5 Educational for both adults and kids - Thursday, April 23, 2009
Joe O'Brien from Tacoma, WA
in my case, grandchildren who, by nature, are are into this sort of thing. Was this review helpful?
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5 of 5 In a word -- FANTABULOUS! Monday, May 05, 2008
A Viewer from The Villages FL
The audio, the cinematography, the subject matter chosen -- Top Notch in every respect! Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 PLANT EARTH COMP. COLLECTION Monday, March 17, 2008
B H HARDING from SUTHERLIN OREGON
THIS WAS A VERY GOOD AND INFORMATIVE DVD. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Great TV Monday, March 17, 2008
jpat2318a from Tucker, Ga
Anyone that enjoys the planet will enjoy this set. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Breathtaking Pictures and Awesome Content Thursday, August 09, 2007
A Viewer from Coppell, TX
My family and I could not stop watching until we watched all episodes even though we had watched some of it on Discovery channel. Especially my 7 yr old son, who wanted to own this in the first place, was so excited about this that he now has watched these dvd's multiple times. Great shots, the content and the views are just superb. Way to go BBC!!! Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 great DVD Monday, August 06, 2007
Charles from Falls Church, VA
We saw part of this series on Discovery channel, and wanted to get all the disks. Originally we ordered the HD version, but then realized would have to buy an expensive DVD player, and that the formats of the future are not that clear. We think the series is incredible good and highly recommend them for all ages. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 FABULOUS DVD COLLECTION FOR AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE! Friday, July 06, 2007
rlevoydvm from La Verne, California
I'm a veterinarian in small animal/exotic pet practice. For the past 4 years I've been searching for DVD's to show my clients while they're waiting in my reception area before their office call appointment. I've tried vet. med.-oriented dvd's and other nature-oriented dvd's with variable success. I can honestly say that this dvd set has been the best received by my clients by far--very entertaining and educational. Even my staff is drawn to watching them (and they aren't easily attracted to reception room dvd's). I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this set to anyone who appreciates our planetary home. Just the GREATEST!!! Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
5 of 5 Must see Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Nitin from Round Lake IL
This is one of the best DVD collection I have. People say and buy many things by theme "1000 places to visit before die" etc, I would say before one's next birthday, one must see this DVD collection. Was this review helpful?
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5 of 5 Excellent Investment Saturday, May 26, 2007
Kat from Central City, CO
Best DVD I've purchased in a year. Anyone who enjoys scenery, animals, exploring, hiking, etc, will enjoy this DVD series. The places they explore are not usually seen by the average person and the shots they get are amazing. A truely inspiring look at the place we call home. A great gift!! Was this review helpful?
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