Seattle Post-Intelligencer by Bill White
Fascinating as these spiders and frogs must be to one another, a human being need not be put into such close proximity to their private dances.
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France, Italy · 2004
Rated G · 1h 17m
Director Marie Pérennou
Starring Sotigui Kouyaté
Genre Documentary
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An African narrator details the beautiful and timeless story of Earth’s history, focusing particularly on the fruits of Earth itself—animals. From the birth of the universe and the formation of Earth to the emergence of life and nature, an immensely incredible journey unfolds before our eyes.
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Seattle Post-Intelligencer by Bill White
Fascinating as these spiders and frogs must be to one another, a human being need not be put into such close proximity to their private dances.
The story is as wonderful in the showing as it is in the telling, by an African griot (oral historian) who stirs our tragicomic passage from birth to death, into a simple clay pot.
Contemporary footage of sea creatures, reptiles, and insects serves to illustrate various chapters in our journey from the ocean floor to the megastore, and though the film's science isn't exactly rigorous, its photography and music are splendid.
The Globe and Mail (Toronto) by Jennie Punter
Unlike "Microcosmos" (all insects) and the acclaimed nature doc "Winged Migration" (all birds), Genesis is bogged down by its intentions and too vast a "cast."
Los Angeles Times by Kevin Crust
As extraordinary as all of this imagery is, it is the film's sound design that takes it to another level. A quirky, electric mix of ambient sound, effects and music by composer Bruno Coulais and sound designer Laurent Quaglio gives the film its heart and its sense of humor.
Eye-poppingly intimate footage of various critters evolving from the fetal stage or eating, strolling, fighting and courting that can only be obtained via infinite patience with special equipment in exotic locations.
Portland Oregonian by Marc Mohan
An unforgettable experience.
Chicago Tribune by Michael Wilmington
Capable of enthralling.
Genesis offers a feast for the senses, but before long, sensory overload sets in and the film becomes something of a chore. Who knew the universe could be this dull?
San Francisco Chronicle by Walter Addiego
The real joy here is the gorgeous nature cinematography.
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