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Natural History Docos

Alice's Natural History section is dedicated to understanding the natural world and our place in it. Here you will also find documentaries concerning the human body (such as 'Where Did I Come From?') and the universe (including Carl Sagan's 'Cosmos' series).

National Geographic: Strange Days on Planet Earth (2004)

7.5/10
Starring: Narrated by, Edward Norton

Is the deterioration of homes in New Orleans linked to a ravenous animal found in southern China? Can African dust storms be responsible for an asthma... Read more

Genesis (2004)

7.1/10
Director: Claude Nuridsany, Marie Perennou
Starring: Narrated by, Sotigui Kouyate

From the directors of 'Microcosmos' comes this sweeping and beautifully photographed journey through the history of life on Earth. From the love-live... Read more

Chillout Moods (2004)

Three programs to match your moods - sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of tranquility. FIREPLACE LOUNGE; put your feet up and relax to soothing... Read more

State of the Planet (2004)

8.5/10
Starring: David Attenborough

David Attenborough turns his attention to the state of our planet, exploring the latest research on deforestation, global warming, extinction of speci... Read more

Meet the Real Penguins (2004)

Available now and as a prequel to the anticipated "March of the Penquins", compare their underwater grace with their ungainly and fascinating lives as... Read more

British Isles: A Natural History (2004)

7.7/10
Starring: Alan Titchmarsh

Presented by veteran UK TV personality, Alan Titchmarsh, this excellent BBC series takes us on a journey through time using state of the art special e... Read more

The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill (2003)

7.9/10
Director: Judy Irving
Starring: Mark Bittner

This terrific documentary follows the relationship between Mark Bittner, a homeless ex-busker and the once-domestic, but now wild, green and red parro... Read more

The Crystal Ocean (2002)

At the southern most point on earth, ice particles known as diamond dust float like tiny fairies on the wind. Eventually they settle down and, over th... Read more

The World of Luc Jacquet (2002)

Director: Luc Jacquet

Includes four Antarctic documentaries from the acclaimed director of 'March of the Penguins'. 'Springtime for the Weddell Seals' (1996) follows a youn... Read more

Naqoyqatsi (2002)

6.7/10
Director: Godfrey Reggio

"Life as War". The link between humanity and technology is explored in this cinematic tone poem from Godfrey Reggio, creator of "Koyaanisqatsi" and "P... Read more