Wonders of the Solar System

2010
8.8| 1h0m| en| More Info
Released: 04 August 2010 Released
Producted By: British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
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Prepare to immerse yourself in an alien world as if you were standing there yourself. Giant ice fountains rising over 100km high; an ocean hidden beneath a frozen crust of ice; storms twice the size of Earth coloured blood red by a vortex of dust and gases; immense volcanoes that could rip a planet apart — this series reveals the true and awesome beauty of our solar system. Using the very latest breathtaking images sent directly from space, groundbreaking CGI transforms the static into the dramatic. Travelling from the Sun to the far-out reaches of Neptune, the series has at its heart the latest scientific knowledge beamed back from the fleet of probes, rovers and telescopes currently in space, and offers a vivid and unprecedented tour of the world beyond our planet. Presented by Professor Brian Cox.

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Helloturia I have absolutely never seen anything like this movie before. You have to see this movie.
Catangro After playing with our expectations, this turns out to be a very different sort of film.
Claire Dunne One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.
Lachlan Coulson This is a gorgeous movie made by a gorgeous spirit.
dikdik3001 Trying to watch this TV show was like trying to watch a bad Christian rock video. There were tons of lingering shots of Brian Cox staring off into the distance looking at some "majestic" scenery, a lot of silhouettes of him posing as the sun or stars rise above him, multiple shots of him contemplating the universe or absorbing in some "fantastic" sight--all of this accompanied by horrible, drowning music. Half the time I was left wondering if it was actually a science show or not because of how little information was actually given. If you can stomach watching what I have just described, or know very little about the solar system or basic physics, then this show is for you; otherwise, stay clear or prepare to be both bewildered and angered by the fact that the BBC has produced such a mind-boggling awful show.
Tylertv I wrote this review because I wasn't satisfied with what was already written. Other reviewers mentioned many "flaws" with this program which I believe are actually essential strengths which set this documentary apart.For instance, other reviewers mention the show's "distracting" scene changes. However, if you really listen to what is being said, as opposed to simply looking at where the host is standing, the scene changes are essential to the show's format. The strength of this program is that every astronomical concept is immediately compared to an Earth based equivalent or analogy. This format really clarifies what is being said and provides the viewer a deeper appreciation for the show's content.In summary, if you are looking for a show which describes the solar system in an intuitive way, as opposed to the history lecture format of many other shows, check it out! Sure the host's voice takes a little time to get used to, but the shows content is worth it.
t800-709-74796 I usually like science series. However this on i just had to switch of... The way Brian speaks makes the hairs on my neck stand up. ill try to emulate it in typing :"It's,    just With,    different Pauses,      where none  are   needed, And every Word     seems to,   Be     the Start of A sentence."And then the fake painted on emotions, the solar eclipse is the most amazing thing he has ever seen ... the the northern light is the most amazing thing .... and so one.If seen a total solar eclipse in person , and while there is an eerie atmosphere during totality , he makes it out like the solar system is handcrafted just to show off an eclipse to us.And if only he was telling something really new. If you are a complete novice in science you might pick something up , for the rest , i found it an annoying waste of time.
spotlightne Wonders of Solar System has a very high rating on the IMDb, and in a way I can see why.It's a very lavish BBC production, high on costs and no expense is spared in the photography, nor the film locations. This series must have cost the Beeb a bomb.But it's the presenter Dr Brian Cox I can't abide. I don't really want to get personal but the guy looks like a wax work. He grins constantly whilst speaking and he commands not one ounce of authority.In the first episode he managed to babble on whilst grinning throughout the entire programme and I found it very off-putting. I am no science expert but what he was saying I thought, 'so what?' I gave this a one star rating, because for me it's simply unwatchable. The style is very patronising. Yes, the shots of earth and space are nice. But that doesn't detract from the fact that Mr Cox is a very annoying, plastic individual.

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