Seven Wonders of the World / Cinerama Corporation has presented ; the Lowell Thomas Cinerama production ; directed by Ted Tetzlaff, Andrew Marton, Tay Garnett, Paul Mantz, Walter Thompson ; scenario and narration contributions by Prosper Buranelli, William Lipscomb.
Edition:
Deluxe combo Blu-Ray/DVD edition.
Publisher:
Flicker Alley,
Copyright Date:
2014
Description:
1 Blu-Ray videodisc : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + booklet (27 pages ; illustrations, map) + 2 DVDs (sound, color ; 4/3/4 in.)
Introduction: Lowell Thomas. This edition includes two media versions (DVD and Blu-ray) of the same films (106 min.) Originally released in 1956. Based on an idea by Lowell Thomas. Bonus features include: Seven Wonders of the World Breakdown Reel; newsreel footage; restoration demonstration; Best in the Biz; Cinerama everywhere; Seven Wonders trailers; publicity and behind-the-scenes slideshow.
Summary:
"Of the seven sites the ancient Greeks named the 'wonders of the world,' only one remains. Seven Wonders of the World is an international adventure that picks p where the Greeks of antiquity left off. Released in 1956, this Cinerama spectacle follows 20th century adventurer Lowell Thomas as he seeks out the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Join him as he flies across the globe in the 'Smasher,' a converted B-52, capturing some of the most breathtaking photography ever shot. The quest opens at the great pyramids, the last of the original Seven Wonders to still to exist. From there, the 'Smasher' circles the globe with Cinerama photographing a live East Africa volcano, under the bridges in the New York, over and around Rio de Janeiro, the Parthenon in Athens, Angel Falls in South America, and many stops along the way to experience the beautiful culture of diverse locales. The film encourages the audience to choose from the dozens of sites explored: 'What are your seven wonders?'" - Container.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.