Product Details

• Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Smithsonian Networks
• DVD Release Date: July 21, 2009
• Run Time: 106 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B002BI4JKQ
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #153,619 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Soar over Europe and experience history and the countryside from an eagle's perspective. Utilizing cutting-edge, high-definition camera-mount technology, this remarkable series provides a unique view of Europe and its history that will take your breath away!

Enjoy four episodes of a magical journey through Ireland, Italy, France and Britain, covering a range of exploration: from majestic castles, historic landmarks and city views to mystical sites and ruins; from dizzying cliffs and souring mountains to green fields, gentle lakes and the ever-changing Atlantic coast.

Episodes:

• The Heart of Italy
• The Emerald Isle
• The French Riviera
• Southern Britain

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars HELICOPTER RIDE OVER EUROPE LEAVES ONE WISHING TO LAND AND SMELL THE ROSES, April 22, 2010

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Joseph Falotico - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sky View (DVD)

This is a great tour of the UK, Ireland, France, and Italy viewed from a helicopter. Most of each country's familiar landmarks are included as well as the unfamiliar. My minor complaint is that it left me longing to land and walk around to see everything up close and personal. The photography is in HD, making everything crystal clear.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Breathtaking Aerial Shots!, August 6, 2010

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ImageH - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sky View (DVD)

I originally saw the segment entitled "The Heart of Italy" on the Smithsonian Channel HD and was absolutely engrossed with the incredible aerial imagery and superb narration and couldn't stop watching it. After the program finished I immediately jumped on the internet to purchase a couple copies: one for myself and another for a family member. This production is extremely well done and makes you want to hop on the next flight to Europe. There are breathtaking shots of European landscapes from the air, not to mention various famous landmarks, buildings, plazas, etc. I've traveled through Europe before, but this video opens up a whole new perspective on the region. The information provided through voice-over narration is just as top-notch as the imagery. The only complaint I could possible voice about this DVD is that I haven't been able to find a version in Blu-ray after an extensive online search. This is a shame because the video is all shot in high definition and looks incredible on DVD, but I'm sure it would be that much more awe inspiring in 1080p HD. At the time I'm writing this, Amazon.com is selling the DVD for around $13 whereas the Smithsonian Channel online is selling it for roughly $2 dollars cheaper. However, based on my previous positive experiences with Amazon.com and their solid customer service, and more importantly their reliability, the peace of mind is certainly worth more than a couple bucks. And at $13 this video is a steal for what you get!

5.0 out of 5 stars Sky View DVD, November 16, 2011

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Hargs - See all my reviews

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Sky View

This DVD is an amazing view of some of the most beautiful landscape and buildings in the world. Even more amazing after seeing these places for myself, then watching the DVD in HD !!!
Gives me all the more incentive to return to these wonderful countries.