| Reviews & Columns |
|
Reviews DVD TV on DVD Blu-ray 4K UHD International DVDs In Theaters Reviews by Studio Video Games Features Collector Series DVDs Easter Egg Database Interviews DVD Talk Radio Feature Articles Columns Anime Talk DVD Savant Horror DVDs The M.O.D. Squad Art House HD Talk Silent DVD
|
 DVD Talk Forum |
|
|
| Resources |
|
DVD Price Search Customer Service #'s RCE Info Links |
|
Columns
  
 
|
|
|
Croc Files
List Price: Unknown [Buy now and save at Amazon]
The Movie:
During the past few months, it's been a good Monday night when NBC has offered another series of adventures in a Steve Irwin special. Irwin is better known as the Croc hunter, a hilarious guy from Australia who persists in getting very close to creatures such as crocodiles and scorpions, practically sticking his hands an inch away from the creatures and strangely, acting suprised when the creatures nearly bite him or take a finger off. There's an instance during the episode "Charlie", presented on this DVD, where he presents some meat to an crocodile and jumps back in suprise when the creature begins to give chase.
This DVD includes four episodes of the "Croc Files" show, which I had never seen before - apparently these must have run on the Discovery Channel (I've figured this from the forced ad for the network that can't be forwarded past before the menu). The four episodes included are "Charlie", where Steve rescues a croc from a croc farm, then the animal has an interesting way of showing thanks by attacking not only Steve, but an expensive camera; "How To Catch A Crocodile" shows how Steve goes about the capture; "Aussie Legends" introduces us to some of the other creatures that live in Australia, such as kolalas and last, there's "Pacific Northwest", which shows Steve meeting beavers, otters, snakes and bears.
These shows are a little more geared towards children than the NBC specials, but adults will still find Steve's antics both hilarious and brave - although some might wonder about the thought process - or lack of one - by getting so close to such dangerous animals, but that's up to the viewer.
The DVD
VIDEO: "Croc Files" is presented in its original full_frame aspect ratio. It also looks to be of broadcast quality. Sharpness and detail varies throughout the programs - some of the close-up shots present fairly good detail and clarity, while others look slightly less well-defined. Some scenes appeared lightly grainy, but there were no instances of pixelation or edge enhancement. Colors also appeared natural and accurate, with the greens of the surrounding forrests and other wildlife colors looking very good.
SOUND: The episodes are presented in Dolby 2.0 stereo. Simply, these episodes have broadcast quality audio - nothing special, although ambient nature sounds in the background are well-captured.
MENUS:: Menus are very basic and non-animated, with show-themed backgrounds, but the menus are easily navigated, though.
EXTRAS: Text notes and photo gallery.
Final Thoughts: "Croc Files" is a wonderfully entertaining show that both adults and older children will enjoy - some younger ones might be a bit scared by some of the close calls between Steve and the animals.
During the past few months, it's been a good Monday night when NBC has offered another series of adventures in a Steve Irwin special. Irwin is better known as the Croc hunter, a hilarious guy from Australia who persists in getting very close to creatures such as crocodiles and scorpions, practically sticking his hands an inch away from the creatures and strangely, acting suprised when the creatures nearly bite him or take a finger off. There's an instance during the episode "Charlie", presented on this DVD, where he presents some meat to an crocodile and jumps back in suprise when the creature begins to give chase.
This DVD includes four episodes of the "Croc Files" show, which I had never seen before - apparently these must have run on the Discovery Channel (I've figured this from the forced ad for the network that can't be forwarded past before the menu). The four episodes included are "Charlie", where Steve rescues a croc from a croc farm, then the animal has an interesting way of showing thanks by attacking not only Steve, but an expensive camera; "How To Catch A Crocodile" shows how Steve goes about the capture; "Aussie Legends" introduces us to some of the other creatures that live in Australia, such as kolalas and last, there's "Pacific Northwest", which shows Steve meeting beavers, otters, snakes and bears.
These shows are a little more geared towards children than the NBC specials, but adults will still find Steve's antics both hilarious and brave - although some might wonder about the thought process - or lack of one - by getting so close to such dangerous animals, but that's up to the viewer.
The DVD
VIDEO: "Croc Files" is presented in its original full_frame aspect ratio. It also looks to be of broadcast quality. Sharpness and detail varies throughout the programs - some of the close-up shots present fairly good detail and clarity, while others look slightly less well-defined. Some scenes appeared lightly grainy, but there were no instances of pixelation or edge enhancement. Colors also appeared natural and accurate, with the greens of the surrounding forrests and other wildlife colors looking very good.
SOUND: The episodes are presented in Dolby 2.0 stereo. Simply, these episodes have broadcast quality audio - nothing special, although ambient nature sounds in the background are well-captured.
MENUS:: Menus are very basic and non-animated, with show-themed backgrounds, but the menus are easily navigated, though.
EXTRAS: Text notes and photo gallery.
Final Thoughts: "Croc Files" is a wonderfully entertaining show that both adults and older children will enjoy - some younger ones might be a bit scared by some of the close calls between Steve and the animals.
|
| Popular Reviews |
| Sponsored Links |
|
|
| Sponsored Links |
|
|
| Release List | Reviews | Shop | Newsletter | Forum | DVD Giveaways | Blu-Ray | Advertise |
|
Copyright 2024 DVDTalk.com All Rights Reserved. Legal Info, Privacy Policy, Terms of Use,
Manage Preferences,
Your Privacy Choices 
| |||||||