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Format
DVD September 7, 2010
Model
WOSS400
Contributor
Wonders of the Solar System
Language
English
MPAA rating
NR (Not Rated)
Run time
5 hours

Description

Experience the extraordinary…in our planet’s own backyard. Wonders explores some of the most amazing features of our very own solar system – how the forces of nature carved out beauty and order from the chaos of space; how our home planet doesn’t sit in magnificent isolation but is intimately connected with the rest of the solar system; and how these connections have created the haven we call Earth. Using the latest scientific knowledge and breathtaking images beamed back from the fleet of probes, rovers and telescopes currently in space, this gorgeous imagery will is paired with some of the most spectacular, extreme locations on Earth help to reveal wonders never thought possible.

Specs 14

Genre Educational/Science & Technology/National Geographic/Nature & Wildlife
Format AC-3, Box set, Color, Dolby, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Contributor Wonders of the Solar System
Language English
Number Of Discs 3
Aspect Ratio 1.781
MPAA rating NR (Not Rated)
Package Dimensions 7.4 x 1.93 x 1.3 inches; 3.84 ounces

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Awe inspiring!
I've watched this Blu-ray discs with my 7 year old daughter, and both of us really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys scientific documentaries. The basic structure of the film is that the professor Brian Cox introduces a certain topic about the solar system (say how Mars has been geographically dead for past oh so many million years), then discuss this by contrasting that with the Earth by traveling to sites to illustrate the topic (say a volcano in Africa). For a person like me, who already has a reasonable knowledge on the subject matter, this is a somewhat roundabout way of approaching the subject. On the other hand, for someone like my daughter, the footage of the Earth really helps her relate to this otherwise abstract and hard-to-imagine stuff that's out there. Also, to be fair, those Earth scenes are quite gorgeous on their own --- after all, this is BBC we are talking about! I also enjoyed Brian Cox as the narrator. You can see that he's genuinely excited about all that he talks about and sees, and that makes you happy. It felt real and sincere, but not over the top. His enthusiasm is contagious. It made my eyes swell up from time to time. Now, I suppose this focus on scenes on the Earth is also a reflection of a real challenge in a film like this, namely that there just aren't that many *actual* pictures of those celestial bodies, let alone videos! And I think this is where the film is a bit weak. Of the precious few actual photographs taken by spacecrafts and rovers on Mars, the film chooses to show most of them by printing them out in papers and have Brian point to them in his fingers. I wish I could have seen them in larger resolutions up close. The other thing that I think the film could have done better is to convey the astronomical (literally!) time and distance that we are talking about. Let's take distance for example --- if you've taken a trans-atlantic or trans-pacific flight, you should have the gut-feeling sense of how unimaginably large the Earth is, yet its diameter is "mere" 8,000 miles. Sun, on the other hand, has a diameter of 800,000 miles. That's a difference between a quarter coin and the height of an adult human being. But yet the distance between Sun and Earth is more like 80,000,000 miles (aka 1AU.) That is, if you imagine the solar system on your desk, Sun & Earth 3 feet apart, then the size of the Earth is only about the thickness of a human hair! And oh, did I tell you that the nearest star is 270,000AU away? That's just bat-s*** insane!! Yet the film, in an attempt to show more in screen, fails to do justice to this ridiculous vastness of the Universe. I'd have really loved to see the Google Earth-ish zoom-in/zoom-out actions that actually portrayed the accurate proportions and distances of the Sun and the planets. Or when they show you a fly-by CG of the great canyon of Mars, I'd have loved to see the Manhattan island posed in to help us grasp the monumental scale of that canyon. In those computer-generated scenes, the timescale is shifted substantially too, which also has the undesirable effect of making things feel smaller (for example, when you see Jupiter zooms in, you see the pattern of the Jupiter changes rapidly, yet if you actually are on a spaceship approaching Jupiter, it'll look completely stationary.) I don't think it's just me who gets endlessly fascinated by the sheer size of these stuff, right? I wish I could have seen those. Anyway, don't let my nerd comments scare you away. I still thoroughly enjoyed this film after all. A highly recommended buy. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2012 by kousuke kawaguchi
Down to earth discussions of the solar system. Bravo!
I am happy with this series and the Wonders of the Universe too. The videos link the cosmos to us like no other since the Cosmos by Carl Sagan. Brian Cox said that the Cosmos influenced his career choice on his seeing the series as a child. The influence is clear, at least to me, in the two series. Like Cosmos, the Wonders series link the Universe to us in a significant and personal level. If you think that the Universe and the Cosmos are hard sciences, separate and apart from our existence both in the distant past and the present, these videos will change your mind. Cox is 44, but he brings a youthful zeal to these videos that exceeds the passion for science that Carl Sagan demonstrated in his series. This helps to hold my attention and to ponder what makes him so excited that doesn't grab me the same way. The series ponders the visible universe based on physics and goes further by hinting on how the visible universe shaped our religious and philosophical thoughts down the ages. One example of this is his comment on the need by worldwide civilizations to explain birth and death. He concludes by offering his belief on life and death based and linked on the physics of the birth and death of stars. But he cleverly ignores that the scientific belief in the truth of the Laws of Physics as interpreted by the language of mathematics can be fallible. Who knows, maybe 100 or 200 years from now scientist may look back to the 21th century and smile at the misinterpretations of the Laws of Nature by our generation of scientists just like our scientists look back 100 years and smile that the best minds of the early 20th century believed that the Universe was unchanging, with no beginning, and consisted of only the Milky Way. New discoveries and advances in technology and can make the best and brightest minds look silly in hindsight. Already, physicists appear confused to me. Within my lifetime, if a scientist believed in the Big Bang theory he/she was considered a crackpot. Now, if a scientist does not believe in the Big Bang Theory he or she is considered a crackpot. But the crackpots who don't believe in the Big Bang are starting to make noise that cannot be ignored. The theory of Multi-verses, for example, is offered as an alternative to the Big Bang as an explanation for why the Universe is expanding at an accelerated rate. Maybe Hoyle was more right than wrong when he ridiculed the Big Bang theory. The fact that Cox does not go into detail on any of the above theories, I believe will give his series a longer-shelf life than the Universe Series sponsored by the Science Channel. We will have to wait 20 years or so to find out. The Sagan Cosmos series is still being offered. Now in DVD from the original VHS format to show how a well done series can have a very long shelf life indeed. Finally, the DVD and Blue ray contains scenes that were cut by the History Channel since the videos go beyond 55 minutes on average and some beyond an hour--nice to own and see the full versions. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2012 by Carlos Rosario
Fantastic!
I really enjoy these types of DVD's, but there is usually some disheveled, old scientist hosting. Not this time - Brian Cox does a great job. It's easy to see that he is genuinely excited and interested in conveying the knowledge of the cosmos to everyone watching at home. The pictures from other planets were really breathtaking, such as sunsets on Mars and even the northern lights on Saturn. The way the tell the information makes it easy to understand, too. There are several excellent diagrams and computer-generated models, but Brian also does some very simple demonstrations with household objects that everyone can easily understand. Also, the settings are incredible as Brian travels to India, Norway, and many other destinations to give viewers a true sense of wonder as he explores jungles, deserts, and icy waters. Only two very small negatives (in my opinion) of this DVD: 1. They started to lose me in the "doomsday meteor" portion on disc 2. It was bordering on ridiculous when the music begins to pick up and play this very percussion-heavy theme. Luckily, they don't dwell on it and the video moves on. 2. The cameraman/producer gets carried away with the shot "Brian's face - Brian's face moves - direct sunlight into the camera! - Brian's face blocks sun again - Repeat." Those very small drawbacks are not nearly enough to drop this review even one star. This Blu-Ray is already in my top favorites along with Planet Earth, as the scenery is breathtaking, the information is relevant and easy to understand, and I think suitable for even grade school kids wanting to learn about the solar system. Overall and OUTSTANDING edition to my collection, and I'm already watching it for the second time! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2010 by Zonzilla
Great for learning about the stars!
Wonders of the Solar System is a must-watch for anyone who has ever looked up at the night sky and wondered about the vastness of the universe. With its beautiful cinematography, educational content, and Brian Cox's infectious passion, this series is a visual and intellectual feast that both inspires and informs. It's a journey that reminds us of the incredible wonders that lie beyond our home planet, leaving viewers with a renewed sense of awe and curiosity about the cosmos. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025 by David O.
Fantastic, and a Great Value!
This 3-disk DVD set is definitely worth every penny. The knowledge contained in these disks is not only fascinating, but oftentimes entertaining and awe-inspiring. I challenge anyone to get through this series without an "ooh" an "ah" or a "WOW". The footage is gorgeously shot and the special effects beautifully rendered, and though some bits repeat a few times (I believe the animation of the big bang is shown at least once in every episode), none of it really detracts. In fact, it often gives a bit of breathing room, where you can sit and absorb the new things you've just been shown. Both the presenter and the professionals he speaks to on the show have a lot of knowledge to offer, and I doubt there are many people who will watch this program without learning at least one thing. Professor Brian Cox is an excellent presenter. As many have said before me, he puts everything in language that's easy to understand, without being the least bit condescending. He's genuinely, contagiously excited about the material he's presenting, almost always with a nearly childlike grin plastered onto his face. On top of this, he's charismatic, and often quite funny. This makes the program feel less like a classroom than it does a journey of discovery. I was also pleasantly surprised to find that the third disk contains Prof. Cox's two HORIZON specials, "What on Earth is Wrong With Gravity?" and "Do You Know What Time It Is?" Though there are no other special features on the disks (No behind-the scenes or deleted footage to be found), these specials bring the amount of material on the disks to about 7 hours. I'm definitely not complaining, as this is quite a bit of footage for the price. (Edit: I had miscalculated, originally. The specials were marked into 4 scenes each, and as this was not in a separate scene selection menu, I thought the specials were each 4 episodes. However, each special is about an hour long, and the menu is for the different scenes.) Put all of this together, and you have a series that's not only valuable in the amount of material in comparison with the price, but in the value of the material itself. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2010 by MorganEAshton
Brian Cox---the BBC can keep him! He's boring!!
I've seen a lot of the reviews of Brian Cox, saying he is so 'excellent'. I'm not sure what the fuss is about. For me, he's BORING!! Instead of SHOWING us what he's talking about, he TALKS about it and spends most of his time on earth, while talking about Mars or Venus. The #1 rule of showmanship is to SHOW, rather than just talk! I found myself fast-forwarding through his videos just to TRY to find images from other planets--and that was definitely HARD!! I'd say that in the two discs, I might have seen about a minute and a half of actual footage from a planet other than earth. Don't get me wrong--I like our planet. However, when I see him showing me images of the Grand Canyon instead of Valles Marineres on Mars, I just about fall asleep! (He did show about 5 seconds of video of Mars--then quickly shifted back to earth.) In one segment, he was talking about the sunrises and sets on Mars. Did he show Mars? Sort of. He pulled out pictures and placed them on the ground, using rocks to keep them from blowing away. (I kid you not!) Sorry, BBC, but you can keep Brian Cox. I'll take any of our (the U.S.'s) guys over him every time! If I want to see videos of planet Earth, I'll watch the excellent series "Planet Earth"! I wasted my money on his discs. They'll immediately go into my junk pile. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2015 by CRiley65
Outstanding!
This series and the "Wonders of the Universe" set are two of my favorite shows about the universe. Professor Cox is soft spoken, but his passion and knowledge are clearly evident. The series is well-produced, and the information in each episode is well worth watching... many times! There's so much to absorb, that I could watch it over and over. The information is presented in a very easy-to-understand manner. Even more technical or mathematical or scientific information is presented so that someone with only basic knowledge of science or math can grasp the topics. At the same time, it's not "dumbed down" to the point of being worthless. The blu-ray version is exceptional. Sound quality is amazing on my surround sound system. Highly recommended! I wish they'd do another series (or ten) with Professor Cox! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2017 by TJR
Comparison to How the Universe Works - BluRay
First off, HD quality is good to great. HD sound is also good to great. Wonders of the Solar System (or Universe) serves as an introductory course. The series does a great job of explaining concepts but tends not to go into great detail regarding the math/physics behind the concepts. This is great for introducing newcomers not just to astronomy or physics, but to science and the importance of it in our understanding of life/existence, etc. Advantages over How the Universe Works: 1) The location shots can be pretty interesting 2) Brian Cox (assuming you like his style, delivery, etc) 3) The series offers a bit more human personality then How the Universe Works 4) Avoids going into great (sometimes boring) detail into the concepts 5) Features more real life images, as opposed to CGI models (which are fantastic when done in both series) Reasons to consider How the Universe Works: 1) HTUW goes into far greater detail 2) HTUW features numerous big names in astronomy/physics. In addition to the narrator, these people share in explaining the concepts 3) Fantastic special effects which do justice to the events they are recreating If you're a fan of astronomy/science, then I'd recommend picking up both series as they work well together and do not overlap much. For example, HTUW goes into great detail regarding the Big Bang, while this is not touched on in Wonders of the Solar System (for obvious reasons). Although, now that I think of it, it might be just as well having Wonder of the Solar System and Wonders of the Universe instead of WOTSS + HTUW as I do. But you cant go wrong with any of them. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2012 by James M. Caswell
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