Before We Ruled the Earth - Mastering the Beasts

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Summary: Cro-Magnons had to deal with many problems...
Review: Cro-Magnons may have outlived all the other early humans but they still had to fight against all the dangers stacked against them: the weather, large carnivores, and the prey which can be just as dangerous. We go from Europe, over the land bridge from Asia to America, following mankind as they develop new hunting skills, new tools and new ways of life. Nothing is sugar coated - a few hunters are shown being killed (but no REAL animals were harmed).
Linda Hunt is the narrator for 'Mastering The Beasts', while John Slattery's voice is used for the 'How We Know What We Know' segments, with their timelines, maps, and archeological information. Lots of details within the 49 minutes but no extras on the DVD.

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Summary: Looking at dinosaurs from the human angle
Review: Recently, I became interested in dinosaur programs. Only thing: dinosaur programs, at least most of the ones I've seen, tend to take the side of the dinosaurs! Not this program. This program involves you in the lives of different people from that time. It was entertaining and original. I also enjoyed the graphics. If you are interested in this time period, I would reccommend this dvd. Then come back & tell everyone what you think!

Rating:
Summary: Looking at dinosaurs from the human angle
Review: Recently, I became interested in dinosaur programs. Only thing: dinosaur programs, at least most of the ones I've seen, tend to take the side of the dinosaurs! Not this program. This program involves you in the lives of different people from that time. It was entertaining and original. I also enjoyed the graphics. If you are interested in this time period, I would reccommend this dvd. Then come back & tell everyone what you think!