THE PLOT THUS FAR
Box set of two docs by Michael Apted: Me & Isaac Newton (science) and Inspirations (art) in DVD and Blu-ray format.
WHAT WE THOUGHT
“Inspirations” is a documentary that I remember watching in High School. Seeing how others learn and create is an amazing ability to grasp that which continues to slip through so many fingers. Watching artists from David Bowie to Roy Lichtenstein discuss the process of creation allows for something that you rarely capture on film. Honestly, I wish that Michael Apted would produce more material for PBS. But, that would keep him away from feature films.
The epitaph left by Newton’s name made for the scintillating affect for the second documentary. Screaming that which is exclusive to the personal reflections one makes on scientific paths when curiosity becomes excited by the pumping of scientific blood nurtured by one’s scientific embraces. It was only a year ago that I read the latest book by theoretical physicist, Michio Kaku so I had some knowledge of at least one of these individuals going into the documentary. This one is more theory, but it’s fun for science nerds.
The Blu-Ray comes with a DVD copy and bonus interviews introduced by the director. The A/V Quality is strong enough for a PBS documentary. Still, the Dolby track is pretty lossy. It’s not terrible, but it is noticeable. In the end, I’d recommend a purchase.
RELEASE DATE: 12/10/2013