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IMAX: Ride Around the World [Blu-ray]

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Ride Around the World is a beautiful and facinating history of horses used to work, and play, in the management of livestock. In other words, the history of horses and their role in ranching. The scenery and the narration and the music are blended very well to make this a great watch. Anyone who is even slightly interested in horses, and especially those who like western disciplines, will absolutely love this DVD. I plan to purchase several copies for gifts.

Originally produced for exhibition in IMAX theaters, Ride Around the World is an award-winning DVD documentary about the 1,200-year history of the cowboy. From the cowboy's origins in Spanish and Moroccan history, to their transition to the New World, and the rodeos and shows that help preserve and celebrate their cowboy way of life today, Ride Around the World is a breathtaking appreciation of the people and their partner horses who have labored throughout history to look after cattle. Bonus features include a trivia quiz and a making-of featurette. Also available in a Blu-ray version, Ride Around the World is the perfect gift for cowboy fans everywhere and an excellent addition to public library DVD collections. 40 min. plus 23 min. featurette.

Showed this to my 9th grade World Geography class - they all loved it and they never love anything! Great images. Cool cultural connections! My country-western kids loved it! My horse-girls loved it!

I greatly enjoyed this movie. The scenery, music and history provided are wonderful. The only missing element is the lack of information on the "Paniolo" tradition in Hawaii. Some of the best cowboys in history learned and worked their trade in the Hawaiian Islands.

Beautiful short film just 30+ minutes long but always topnotch from IMAX. Packed with beautiful scenery and superb aerial shots from the Old & New World (present day Arabia, Spain, South America, Mexico, USA, Canada) of the modern riding horse. Also includes historical significance of the evolution of riding tack. Recommend it for all horse lovers!

The product has not been opened because it is a Christmas gift, but we were very happy that the DVD we received is what we ordered and it arrived very quickly. We are pleased with our purchase through your company.