The Pacific Century
The Pacific Century was a 1992 PBS Emmy Award winning ten part documentary series narrated by Peter Coyote about the rise of the Pacific Rim economies. Alex Gibney was the writer for the series, and Frank Gibney, his father, wrote the companion trade book, The Pacific Century: America and Asia in a Changing World. The companion college telecourse, Pacific Century: The Emergence of Modern Pacific Asia, was written and edited by Mark Borthwick. The series was a co-production of the Pacific Basin Institute and KCTS-TV in Seattle. Principle funding was provided by the Annenberg Foundation.
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Plot Summary
The Pacific Century is a comprehensive documentary series that explores the complex history of the Pacific Rim nations throughout the 20th century. It delves into the political, economic, and social transformations that shaped the region, from the rise of Japan and the impact of World War II to the emergence of new global powers. The series examines the intricate relationships and conflicts that defined the Pacific's journey into modernity.
Critical Reception
The Pacific Century was widely praised for its ambitious scope and in-depth analysis of a crucial geopolitical region. Critics lauded its thorough research, insightful interviews with key figures, and compelling narrative that brought the region's tumultuous history to life. It is considered an authoritative and essential work for understanding the dynamics of the modern Pacific.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its comprehensive historical overview of the Pacific Rim.
- Commended for its insightful analysis of political and economic developments.
- Noted for bringing a complex and often overlooked history to a wider audience.
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Fun Fact
The documentary series features interviews with many influential figures who shaped the Pacific Century, offering rare firsthand accounts of pivotal historical moments.
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