Dinosaur!
An entertaining documentary look at dinosaurs with Emmy Award-winning special effects, feature film clips and stills, commentary by leading paleontologists of the time, and an on camera as well as voice-over narrative by Christopher Reeve. Shot on location in Los Angeles and New York at the American Museum of Natural History
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the fascinating world of dinosaurs, using a blend of scientific research and engaging narration. It delves into the latest paleontological discoveries of the time, bringing prehistoric creatures back to life through impressive special effects and animations. The film aims to educate and entertain audiences of all ages about the giants that once roamed the Earth.
Critical Reception
Dinosaur! was generally well-received for its educational content and visual presentation, particularly for its time. Critics praised its ability to make complex scientific information accessible and exciting for a broad audience, while some noted its narrative structure as being somewhat simplistic.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its educational value and engaging visuals.
- Appreciated for making paleontology accessible to a general audience.
- Some found the storytelling to be a bit basic.
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Fun Fact
The documentary utilized stop-motion animation and early CGI techniques to depict the dinosaurs, which was quite advanced for a television special in 1985.
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