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Connections

  • TV Mini Series
  • 1978– 1978–
  • 50m
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9.3/10
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James Burke in Connections (1978)
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Follow James Burke through the history of science and technology in this collection of 10 1-hour episodes, starting with "The Trigger Effect."Follow James Burke through the history of science and technology in this collection of 10 1-hour episodes, starting with "The Trigger Effect."Follow James Burke through the history of science and technology in this collection of 10 1-hour episodes, starting with "The Trigger Effect."
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  • Stars
    • James Burke
    • Kenneth Kendall
    • Bruce Boa
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    • Kenneth Kendall
    • Bruce Boa
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      The first episode of the series, "The Trigger Effect", was adapted into a film of the same name.
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    10/10
    An absolute masterpiece
    For all of us fans of high quality, educational TV, the late 70s brought us 2 of the absolute best documentary series of all times: Carl Sagan's "Cosmos" and James Burke's "Connections".

    To call "Connections" enjoyable would be a huge understatement. It's just a fantastic mind-opener: it will change your view of your own world and of the way progress happens, all the while making you laugh. Burke's skill in presenting these subjects is unparalleled.

    I watched this series back in the 80s, and watching it again today you realize that it could not be more relevant today. Burke's observations are as valid and compelling now as they were more than 3 decades ago, with the addition that now you can also appreciate his foresight.

    It's not often that you can say that 10 hours spent in front of a TV screen were an excellent investment. This is one of those cases.
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      • October 17, 1978 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
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      • James Burke's Connections
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      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Television
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
      • Time Life Films
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      50 minutes
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      • Color
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      • Mono
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      • 1.33 : 1

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