Product Details

• Actors: Frank Delaney, Tania Grier, Proinsias Mac Cana, Enya, Miranda Green
• Directors: David Richardson (IV)
• Format: DVD, NTSC
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 2
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: BBC Video
• DVD Release Date: February 17, 2004
• Run Time: 325 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0000WN10E
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,385 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
• For more information about "The Celts - Rich Traditions & Ancient Myths" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

Editorial Reviews

For 800 years, a proud, vibrant, richly imaginative warrior people swept ruthlessly across Europe. The ancient Greeks called them "Keltoi" and honored them as one of the great barbarian races. Follow their fascinating story from their earliest roots 2,500 years ago through the flowering of their unique culture and their enduring heritage today, enhanced with stunning reconstructions of iron-age villages, dramatizations of major historical events and visits to modern Celtic lands. This fascinating look back at the legends and legacy of the Celtic heritage is underscored by the hauntingly beautiful music of Enya.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good overview of Celtic History, August 15, 2000

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Linda R. Johnson (Mandan, ND USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Celts - Rich Traditions & Ancient Myths [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I have watched this 3 video set more than once and always find something new. The host is excellent. I would wish that there was more emphasis placed on ancient Celts and their religion, and legends than on modern day ones and their problems of keeping an ethnic heritage alive, yet it is good see that they are meeting with some success in this area. The movie also focuses on all Celtic cultures, rather than the stereotypical focus of Irish and Scots as being all there is. Enya provided the musical background and of course her music along is evocative both of past and modern Celtic culture. On the whole, enjoyable and informative.

53 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars "The Celts" is the most informative video on Celt. Civ. ever, February 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Celts - Rich Traditions and Ancient Myths [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Delany's "The Celts" gives an in depth view on Celtic civilization from past to present. It shows culture, history, music and language and the struggles of the Celtic people to find their identity. It covers all genres of the culture and is beautifully written. This collection contains a wealth of information and is probably one of the best sources of information on the Celts ever. The music and scenery alone are worth the purchase!

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best documentary on the Celts!!, November 24, 2000

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Someone's Mama - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Celts - Rich Traditions & Ancient Myths [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I have watched this set MANY, MANY times since I got it 2 years ago. I never get tired of it. I turn it on whenever I'm bored with TV. It has given me insight into some of the things I've read about the Celts, historically and fictionally. Enya's music is wonderful, as always. This is a must have for any Celt or ancient British Isles enthusiast!