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Mysterious Islands

  • TV Series
  • 2024
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
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Mysterious Islands (2024)
DocumentaryHistoryMystery

A team of explorers to remote islands around the globe, uncovering remarkable natural wonders and local customs.A team of explorers to remote islands around the globe, uncovering remarkable natural wonders and local customs.A team of explorers to remote islands around the globe, uncovering remarkable natural wonders and local customs.

  • Stars
    • Martin Yap
    • James Ellis
    • Dan Riskin
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.0/10
    52
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    • Stars
      • Martin Yap
      • James Ellis
      • Dan Riskin
    • 3User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Martin Yap
    • Self - Narrator
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    James Ellis
    James Ellis
    • Self - Historian
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    Dan Riskin
    • Self - Evolutionary Biologist
    • 2024
    Alison Leonard
    • Self - Archaeologist
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    Amma Wakefield
    • Self - Engineer
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    Anthea Nardi
    • Self - Science Communicator
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    Sarah Klassen
    Sarah Klassen
    • Self - Archaeologist
    • 2024
    Anthony Cantor
    Anthony Cantor
    • Self - Historian
    • 2024
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    1tiredblonde

    Not good at all

    I was excited to watch this. This might be one of the worst TV shows I've ever watched. Criminally uninspired is an absolute understatement. The people who are interviewed offer literally 0 insight and are so boring. Anyone involved in this should be embarrassed. Every episode is complete drivel. I don't know how they managed to make mysterious islands a boring topic, but bravo you've succeeded in doing the impossible!!! Do not waste your time please. I wish I could take the time back that I wasted on watching this. Maybe someone will remake this. I'm hopeful but good God this will haunt me for a while. I usually only leave positive reviews. Consider canceling my hulu subscription bc of this show.
    2s_sather

    Amateur hour

    Though the content of this series is of interest, the production is clearly amateur hour. Each hour episode presents stories of about 5 different mysterious places, usually islands. Unfortunately, rather than being presented by a single subject matter expert, each story is presented by a crew of the same random people with vague titles like "historian" that are clearly just reading a script. I don't know if they have each of the approximately 5 presenters read the entire script then cut and edit them together into each story, of if each person just reads a few lines, but the resulting production looks very amaterish.

    Many presenters have the annoying habit of talking with their hands, and none know how to make eye contact with the camera - they are all looking off to the side. Who exactly are they telling their story to? They aren't being interviewed by someone off camera, which would justify the side glances, they are just reading a script.

    Since these presenters aren't subject matter experts in the stories they are reporting, they'll also frequently mispronounce words, usually locations, or technical terms. It's as if they just get sat down cold before a TelePrompTer to record their lines a single time, and even the crew doesn't know or care when they make a mistake. So a word mispronounced by one presenter is usually pronounced differently, and correctly, by the others.

    The production would be greatly improved by presenting each segment using someone that has actually researched the subject and who knows how to make eye contact when telling the story.
    5NeilJ-38

    Interesting ... but

    Mysterious Islands is an engaging and visually stunning documentary series that transports viewers to some of the world's most remote and enigmatic islands. Each episode delves into the natural wonders, cultural heritage, and intriguing legends tied to these isolated locations. The show's strength lies in its ability to weave storytelling with scientific exploration, making it both educational and entertaining. The host's curiosity and enthusiasm add a personal touch, inviting the audience to share in the discoveries. With breathtaking cinematography, atmospheric music, and insightful narration, Mysterious Islands offers a fresh perspective on places rarely seen or understood. Whether highlighting rare wildlife, ancient ruins, or haunting folklore, the series maintains a sense of wonder and respect for nature's mysteries. It's a must-watch for anyone who loves travel, history, or the unknown.

    Honestly, this is an interesting show but the worst thing for me was watching Anthony Cantor constantly flailing his hands around as if he's trying to conduct an orchestra or something.

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      • May 6, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Also known as
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      • Shark Teeth Films
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