Spectacular on-location footage, evidence from geologists in the field, and clear, dramatic graphics combine in this stunning 13-part series from HISTORY to show how immensely powerful, and at times violent, forces of geology have formed our planet.
From the Great Lakes to Iceland, the San Andreas Fault to Krakatoa, HOW THE EARTH WAS MADE travels the globe to reveal the physical processes that have shaped some of the most well-known locations and geological phenomena in the world. With rocks as their clues and volcanoes, ice sheets, and colliding continents as their suspects, scientists launch a forensic investigation that will help viewers visualize how the earth has evolved and formed over millions of years.
Experience all 13 episodes of this landmark series for the first time on Blu-ray.
DISC 1: San Andreas Fault, The Deepest Place on Earth, Krakatoa, Loch Ness, New York
DISC 2: Driest Place On Earth, Great Lakes, Yellowstone, Tsunami
DISC 3: Asteroids, Iceland, Hawaii, The Alps
"How the Earth Was Made" arrives on Blu-ray with a 1080i transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. As with other History Channel releases the episodes use a varying mix of vintage stock footage, new HD interview segments and CG graphics are implemented as well. Considering this the transfer was an enjoyable viewing experience especially the crisp and natural, recently shot interviews. There are also some gorgeous HD shots of Yellowstone, Hawaii and New York with strong black levels and good contrast. Colors are nicely saturated with sharp details noticed. The stock footage on the other hand is a bit inconsistent with some vintage stuff being blown up to fit the screen and they exhibited a very soft and muddy presentation. Overall though the transfer did a commendable job in showing off some really great images of our home planet.7.5/10
Audio is provided by a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track. Dialogue is the key hear and narration as well as interview dialogue are crisp and clean throughout. Dynamic range was very good and various panning effects from the front towers were precise. Bass provided some decent heft when called upon.8/10
Unfortunately there were no bonus materials included with this release.