Join a team of explorers on the expedition of a lifetime as they set off to become the first to navigate the Blue Nile from source to sea. The epic 3,260 mile descent down the world's greatest and deadliest river has elude... more »d humankind for centuries - until now! Ride shotgun on the team's 16-foot rafts as they crash through the rapids in Ethiopia's desert canyons. Battle through some of the world's most extreme whitewater rapids with renowned kayaker, Gordon Brown. Over the arduous, four month journey, the team faces nearly in-surmountable challenges - from crocodile attacks to armed bandits and arrests. Through breathtaking cinematography, Mystery of the Nile reveals a wondrous region and abundant treasures, from Tissisat Falls and the wonders of Egypt to the forgotten black pyramids of Meroe and 12th century churches that were carved into sheer rock.« less
"Like many films in this genre, this one is often better viewed with the sound off. The blu ray transfer is good in most places and some of the cinematography is exactly what you want on a big LCD via blu ray. The narration is pedestrian at best, adding little and sometimes detracting from the enjoyment. It's a bit overwrought and melodramatic. If you can pick it up inexpensively, it does have some impressive eye candy."
Excellent documentary and amazing sound track
Abbsinya | Dallas TX | 03/11/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It's one of the best documentary I have seen for while.It shows not only the true source of the Nile but also how the ancient civilization connect the Nile river between life and death for living.
"Amazon" Thanks for fast on time shipping. ...AK. from Dallas,TX
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One of the Best IMAX Films
Steven B. Wallach | Austin, TX United States | 08/07/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Over the years I have seen many IMAX films...most were forgettable, a few unforgettable. "Everest" is one IMAX film that still lingers in my memory. This film is almost as good as that film. It is beautiful, educational and exciting. It, at times, kept me on the edge of my seat. My whole family agreed it was a memorable and worthwhile viewing experience. P.S. It also has a wonderful soundtrack."
Excellent adventure!
Brandon L. Harlow | Colonial Heights, VA United States | 07/24/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Caught this at an Imax Dome theater and LOVEd it!
You really feel as though you are a part of the expidition from the source of the Nile in Sudan all the way to the end in Cairo where it empties into the Mediterranean Sea.
Dangerous, awe-inspiring, and educational. This film achieves in 45 min. what Hollywood only dreams of."
A short history, good image and good sound
Fabian | Montevideo, URUGUAY (South America) | 05/05/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The history is short and simply: "travel the river from start to finish"
The film shows an expedition of 100 days aprox across the Nyle. there are differents situation and different people in this period
The best value is the image quality and audio track, the music (very good multi channel) is like "tribal music", and is perfect according to the topic.
The aerial images are very well realized, and achieve an interesting effect