It’s just a fact. A study conducted by the BBC together with the University of California Berkeley revealed just why viewers choose to kick back and tune into programs like “Honey Badgers: Masters of Mayhem” and “The Tigers of Scotland”—Some of the best exponents of the genre come from the BBC Natural History Unit, which has been cranking out award-winning nature documentaries since 1957, often in conjunction with natural historian and television producer Sir David Attenborough. David Attenborough presents stunning documentary series from the BBC Natural History Unit. Kip Andersons’ Indiegogo-funded “Cowspiracy” highlights the Directed by Jamie Uys of “The Gods Must Be Crazy” fame, “Beautiful People” (also released as “Animals are Beautiful People”) takes a gentle and frequently humorous look at South African wildlife. Everything you need to know about David Attenborough’s new series, Dynasties, and stories to connect you to the natural world. Haunting still images are intertwined with filmed footage in this poetic meditation by filmmaker Gregory Colbert. The good news is that there's no shortage. Stacker put together a list of the 30 best nature documentaries of all time, “Chasing Coral” has all the elements of a blockbuster Hollywood thriller: a suspenseful storyline, powerful emotional impact, and stunning visuals. Welcome to BBC Earth. Hand crafted in San Diego and the Bay Area. Produced by Leonardo DiCaprio, “Virunga” tells the story of the dedicated park rangers entrusted with protecting this UNESCO World Heritage site from both poachers and armed militia.In “Before the Flood,” United Nations Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio takes viewers on a journey around the world, illustrating the threat posed by global warming. Watch TV programmes from the Sir David Attenborough Box Sets collection on BBC iPlayer.
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He narrated the Natural World series for many years, as well Blue Planet, Life and more. BBC documentaries and the work of British nature historian David Attenborough dominate, as well as films confronting global warming.
But, first, here’s why you should watch them: Attenborough is almost a byword for cosy, kind, Britishness by now. Celebrity activists, including United Nations Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio, Laurence Fishburne, and Oprah Winfrey, have also lent their status to the movement, behind the camera as well as in front of it. Coral death, also known as “coral bleaching,” has skyrocketed worldwide due to global warming. David Attenborough has 115 books on Goodreads with 12798 ratings. David Attenborough makes consistently fantastic, engaging and vitally important television. Explore the natural world with landmark series from Sir David Attenborough.Meet the incredible creatures that live beneath the waves, with Sir David Attenborough.David Attenborough looks at epic spectacles and amazing examples of wildlife behaviour.Vast deserts, verdant plains and vibrant jungles - it's the world's wildest continent.Islands, mountains, cities - discover incredible creatures, wherever they live.Inhospitable, remote, yet teeming with life. Captivated by the mating habits of jellyfish, elephants mourning their ancestors, and proud lionesses cuddling their cubs, audiences love to peer into the private lives of creatures great and small––particularly in spectacular settings around the world. Now in his 90s, Attenborough has worked with the BBC for over 25 years and is the genius behind several acclaimed series, including “Life” and “The Blue Planet,” which continue to be watched by millions of people worldwide.In recent years, a growing number of filmmakers have used their platform to raise public consciousness about the many threats posed by global warming.
Narrated by actor Jeremy Irons, the film draws attention to the A sequel to “Walking with Dinosaurs,” this joint BBC/Discovery Channel effort explores life on Earth immediately after the big lizards became extinct.