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This is another superb example of the genius of James Burke, whose Connections Series has rightly garnered all sorts of awards...This journey will introduce the student to the famous as well as the obscure. This film is a wonderful intellectual romp --The American Film and Video Review
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This ten volume series was made in 1978 by turning science into a detective story, James Burke creates a series that will fascinate students and adults alike. This interdisciplinary approach has never before been applied to history or science and it succeeds tremendously. Winner of the Red Ribbon in the American Film Festival, the scope of the series covers 19 countries and 150 locations, requiring over 14 months of filming.
As the Sherlock Holmes of science, Burke tracks through 12,000 years of history for the clues that lead us to eight great life changing inventions-the atom bomb, telecommunications, the computer, the production line, jet aircraft, plastics, rocketry and television. Burke postulates that such changes occur in response to factors he calls triggers, some of them seemingly unrelated. These have their own triggering effects, causing change in totally unrelated fields as well. And so the connections begin...
Programs in the series:
The Trigger Effect
Death in the Morning
Distant Voices
Faith in Numbers
The Wheel of Fortune
Thunder in the Skies
The Long Chain
Eat, Drink and Be Merry
Countdown
Yesterday, Tomorrow and You
Features:
Closed Captioned for the Hearing Impaired
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64 of 65 people found the following review helpful
I saw Connections when it first aired, and now I am delighted to see it again. James Burke is always interesting, and his explanations of how events in history are interrelated are wonderfully done. My own children were quite young when we saw it first, and it was a program that they never wanted to miss; this is a series that will do wonders for any child who thinks history is boring, and it might teach him/her to look a bit more deeply for cause and effect amid all that information. I would think that most children from about age eight up--certainly by ten--would be fascinated by this enchanting look at our civilization's attributes, their origins, and their relationships with each other.
Much as I love this series, though, I do think that if there is only one set to be bought at this price it should be _The Ascent of Man_, by Jacob Bronowski. The Connections programs delight the mind with their clever choice and analysis of facts; Bronowski's series offers a great deal of information, well presented in a way that reaches directly to the heart and reminds us of our own humanity and the need for an understanding of it.
Much as I love this series, though, I do think that if there is only one set to be bought at this price it should be _The Ascent of Man_, by Jacob Bronowski. The Connections programs delight the mind with their clever choice and analysis of facts; Bronowski's series offers a great deal of information, well presented in a way that reaches directly to the heart and reminds us of our own humanity and the need for an understanding of it.
62 of 63 people found the following review helpful
First off, I like to say the first time saw the Connections series I was hooked. When Connections 2 & 3 came out I had to watch them as well as the series The Day the Universe Changed. James Burke really knows how to make history interesting. He made connections you wouldn't see or even think about. Wish he made more of this kind of stuff can't get enough if it.
OK, now a word of warning. These great series are now public domain; people are starting to put together copies of their own disks and selling them. These copies may not be of good quality and may even be duplicates of the disks made by Ambruse Video. If you see a new seller or just listed with a price less than $80 it is probably one of these copies and I don't recommend buying them.
OK, now a word of warning. These great series are now public domain; people are starting to put together copies of their own disks and selling them. These copies may not be of good quality and may even be duplicates of the disks made by Ambruse Video. If you see a new seller or just listed with a price less than $80 it is probably one of these copies and I don't recommend buying them.
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By Bradley H2
An absolutely superb series that introduces a concept connects its relationship its creation regarding science and history with a twist of philosophy. Wittingly presented by James Burke you'll find him well adapt at tounge and cheek humor as well as a stunning explination of the facts. It was the first in a number of Connections programs to be produced but the only one to be produced by the BBC. The sequential series Connections2 and 3 were produced for TLC and lack the impact and fluidity of the original.
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Connections was a ten-episode documentary television series created and narrated by science historian James Burke. The series was produced and directed by Mick Jackson of the BBC Science & Features Department and first aired in 1978. It took an interdisciplinary approach to the history of science and invention and demonstrates how various discoveries, scientific achievements, and historical world events built off one another in an interconnected way to bring about particular aspects of modern technology. The series is well-known for Burke's impeccable narration (especially its dry humor), historical reenactments, intricate working models, skillful use of classical music (most notably O Fortuna from Carmina Burana), and shots on location as far afield as Penang. The popular success of the series led to two sequels, Connections2 in 1994, and Connections3 in 1997, both produced for TLC. (Wikipedia)
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Connections was a ten-episode documentary television series created and narrated by science historian James Burke. The series was produced and directed by Mick Jackson of the BBC Science & Features Department and first aired in 1978. It took an interdisciplinary approach to the history of science and invention and demonstrates how various discoveries, scientific achievements, and historical world events built off one another in an interconnected way to bring about particular aspects of modern technology. The series is well-known for Burke's impeccable narration (especially its dry humor), historical reenactments, intricate working models, skillful use of classical music (most notably O Fortuna from Carmina Burana), and shots on location as far afield as Penang. The popular success of the series led to two sequels, Connections2 in 1994, and Connections3 in 1997, both produced for TLC. (Wikipedia)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great introduction to a basic understanding of history
Every Jr. High or High School student should be exposed to this series. Wonderful example of teaching from a practical and interesting view. Read more
Published 7 days ago by James Morris
5.0 out of 5 stars
The content is exactly as expected; outstanding...
HOWEVER... that being said;
For a 5-disc DVD set, the enhanced value - i.e., packaging and features - are really just horrendous. Or should I say non-existent. Read more
For a 5-disc DVD set, the enhanced value - i.e., packaging and features - are really just horrendous. Or should I say non-existent. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Mike Godfrey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent and timeless
I remember this show when it was on PBS. It is dated now, especially the computer and technolgy sections. But that in an of itself is a great learning tool. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Robert J. Compau
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great series
Season 1 of this series is so much fun to watch even years later. The connections are insightful and so entertaining to watch.
Published 3 months ago by NIN
5.0 out of 5 stars
Burke is brilliant
You can watch this series over and over, and then just listen to it (I work at home and swallow material in huge gulps) and learn something new each time to relate to the world we... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Cherin
4.0 out of 5 stars
Connections 1: An excellent series
although the last episode is dated, it still raises the question of where do we as humanity want to go in the future? Read more
Published 3 months ago by Herbert B. Warren
5.0 out of 5 stars
Connections 1
Bought as a Christmas gift for my Husband. We both watched the TV series when it first aired years ago. We found it quite interesting, educational and informative. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Veronica Devine
5.0 out of 5 stars
Connections 1
This is the best of this kind of series. I was fascinated by it when it first came out, completely enjoyed the book and delighted to have the DVDs. Start with the second volume. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Rich S
5.0 out of 5 stars
Old, but not outdated
This program is even better than I remembered!
Try it in short doses - one or two hours at a time.
Try it in short doses - one or two hours at a time.
Published 4 months ago by Nancy S. VanNice
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great series
This series is very stimulating for young and old. Burke is a great storyteller. The other teachers and I use these often with our junior high children.
Published 6 months ago by RSD
