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: Questar
• DVD Release Date: February 27, 2001
• Run Time: 120 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00005957O
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #151,249 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Get to know Greece, August 2, 2004

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Christian Wheeler "Husband/Father/Gamer/Proud... (St. Louis) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Video Visits: Discovering Greece (DVD)

Greece's rich history and dynamic cultures are explored in this video, another well-produced entry in Questar's "Discovering" series. The video covers the major cities and islands, revealing the history, geography, culture, and people of Greece. Accompanying the visuals is a nice soundtrack by popular Greek New Age musician Chris Spheeris. All of the major landmarks, the touchstones of much of Western culture, are given attention, with appropriate amounts of history and mythology interspersed for relevance. Especially noteworthy are:

--Famed sites such as the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Olympia, Delphi, Mycenae, the Sanctuary of Apollo, and the Convent of Laherna

--The beautiful harbors of Skiathos, and the island of Santorini

--The island of Crete, significant to many cultures over the centuries, and home to the ancient Minoans, early seafarers and one of the oldest cultures of the region

--The unusual architecture and windmills of Mykonos

--The island of Corfu, a convergence of Greek, British, French, and especially Italian cultures that retains both mainland European and Greek sensibilities

Since the main video feature tries to touch on as many aspects of Greek history and society as possible, the major sites only get a few minutes worth of attention. However, the DVD features three nice bonus features that reveal more detail and history about ancient Athens and Corinth, the Temples of Zeus and Poseidon, and the sprawling complex of Delphi.

One minor criticism I will offer is that Greece's many famous sites are given much attention at the expense of learning more about the Greek people. The famed Greek cuisine is given some attention, but much of Greek culture--such as dance, language, and music--are given brief mention, if mentioned at all. That's perhaps the video's biggest drawback, but it does cover most other aspects of Greecian culture and history pretty well. If you're planning a trip to Greece or just want to learn more about it, this is a good place to start. Follow this up with the excellent books "Fodor's Greece," along with "Fodor's Exploring the Greek Islands."

I hope this review was helpful.

--Christian Wheeler

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully done, April 7, 2007

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Traveling Spirit - See all my reviews

This review is from: Video Visits: Discovering Greece (DVD)

I thoroughly enjoyed this DVD. It was well written, the photography was top-notch, and the balance between historical and present day Greece was well done. I would recommend this DVD as a must-see before going to Greece or to remind you of the wonderful time you had there. Definitely a professional product with a voice over by someone whose voice is pleasing to listen to (not always the case with documentaries). You truly get a taste of Greece by viewing this DVD.

5.0 out of 5 stars seeing is believing, January 12, 2011

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Hans J. Mestern - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Video Visits: Discovering Greece (DVD)

This dvd is well made for someone who is considering a visit to Greece and the Greek Islands. It's commentary is instructive, the action is moving forward and shows local people going about their daily life. The music is varied and not too loud. The producer is an expert. I recommend it highly.

HJM , Ottawa, Canada