Ancient Mysteries - Myths & Legends

Starring:Harry Chase, Andrew Sachs (II), Richard Kiley, Jean Simmons, John Swanson, Michael Greenspan, Stanley Anderson, Leonard Nimoy, David McCallum
Studio: A&E Home Video
Product Type: DVD

Product Description

With high tech evidence, scientific analysis and the most recent sightings, A&E s ANCIENT MYSTERIES series pushes the frontier of investigation to the cutting edge.This collection focuses on the grandiose MYTHS AND LEGENDS which have captivated our imaginations for countless generations and inspired creators from J.R.R. Tolkein to J.K. Rowling.CAMELOT: The court of King Arthur. Camelot was at the center of a world of magic and honor. But what lies behind this captivating legend?THE QUEST FOR THE HOLY GRAIL: It is one of the holiest relics of Christianity and has inspired many a knightly adventure. But does this fabled chalice really exist?ATLANTIS: THE LOST CIVILIZATION: Legend holds that somewhere under the oceans exists a highly developed civilization that sank to the bottom of the sea. Can this be true?DRAGONS: They appear in countless myths and stories from around the world. Could dragons have actually existed, and could they still remain hidden in some remote corner of the earth?

System Requirements:
Running Time: 200 Min., Color
Copyright 2003 A&E Home Video.

Format: DVD MOVIE

Customer Reviews:

Appealing documentary series........2002-05-22

This two disc set,which has recently been reduced in price, contains four episodes from the A & E documentary series: "Ancient Mysteries - Myths and Legends", introduced and narrated by Leonard Nimoy.
All the four episodes are stereophonic and about 45~6 minutes in length, and as usual with A & E product, does not contain sub-titles.
The four episodes are:
Camelot ( 1995 - 45'56" ) Good, but with no mention of Avalon.
The Quest for the Holy Grail ( 1995 - 44'48" ) Good, and actually mentions the bloodline of Christ.
Atlantis: The Lost Civilization ( 1995 - 45'58" ) Very good, but glosses over Atlantis' predecessor Lemuria.
Dragons ( 1997 - 45'28" ) Okay + ; missed mentioning how something this supposedly large and heavier than air could fly... ( Internal gas chambers in their bodies similar to an internal hot air ballon, plus hollow bones to lessen weight ).

...worthwhile for your video library - obviously this title was originally published before dual layer dvd's became the norm....

Ancient Mysteries - Dragons: Myths and Legends

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dragons international

Ancient Mysteries - Dragons: Myths and Legends
Starring: Ancient Mysteries
Manufacturer: A&E Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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In Search of History - Dragons (History Channel)
Dragon's World: A Fantasy Made Real
Merlin and the Dragons
Ancient Mysteries - Curse of the Hope Diamond
Dragons - Metal Ages

ASIN: B000CS463C
Release Date: 2006-03-28

Product Description

They appear in ancient myths from around the world. The ultimate figure of power and destruction, dragons surely reside only in fairy tales and the pages of novels like The Hobbit.

But if this is so, how can we explain the sighting of "dragons" by people like the explorer Marco Polo and the ancient Greek historian Herodotus? Take a remarkable journey into the myths and legends of dragons. Ancient art and writings reveal the many sightings and stories that have propelled the legend of these awesome beasts through the ages. Meet scientists who contend that "dragons" were in fact real, now-familiar beasts, and others who suggest a more incredible explanation. Could dragons have actually existed, and could they still remain hidden in some remote corner of the earth?

The latest research, astonishing expert interviews and stunning art from around the world combine in DRAGONS.

System Requirements:

Running Time 50 Mins.

Format: DVD MOVIE

Customer Reviews:

dragons international.......2007-06-22

Cultures all over the globe and for centuries have described dragons. This film shows many beautiful paintings and statues from dragons across the globe. They are so widespread, I'm surprised they are not mentioned as Jungian archetypes. Unlike researchers that may treat one civilization as better than another, this work spoke of dragons in Europe, China, and the Americas with equal respect. Still, one interviewee said Occidental and Oriental dragons did not have the same characteristics or reputation. This reminded me of how others have said Wicca and Yoruba religions have nothing in common even though they may seem to.

The work never assumes that dragons did not or do not exist. In the same way that many have hypotheses about Atlantis, this work explores some hypotheses on dragons. Still, I thought it went far from exhausting ideas. On "Sagwa: the Siamese-Chinese Cat," they said dragons were metaphors for rivers; others say they are phallic metaphors.

When Leonard Nimoy narrates, he first asks a question then tries to answer it. I thought this was redundant and just meant to kill time. It certainly dumbs down the program. I appreciated the diverse interviewees seen in the work. One interviewee looked like he was Leonard Nimoy with a long beard.

Should this program win an Oscar for documentary? Of course not! Is it a cute thing to watch when you have some free time? Yes. I think parents whose children love dragons may want to get this or make sure their curious, young ones see it.

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Starring: Warner 2pak
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
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