JohnM63
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Interesting series, but foremost because it offers an insight into the psychology of a man with strong beliefs.
To a certain degree Hancock has a valid point in criticizing 'traditional' archeology. He offers ideas that may worth worthy of further research.
But from there the whole series is one big mndfck. Let it be clear: Hancock is NOT an archeologist, but 'just' a journalist/writer with a strong interest in archeology.
He has this idea about the existence of a sofar unknown ancient advanced civilisation that once existed. At this point the subconscious ability and need of anyone to see and 'discover' patterns comes in handy. Hancock travels all over the world and finds unmistakenly similarities in old building structures and myths. There definitely is a pattern here, worth investigating.
However, where Hancock goes wrong is where every conspiracy theorist goes wrong: he takes gives facts and uses those facts to support his ideas on an ancient advanced civilisation. He uses given facts for building his own reality in his mind.
He does at no point provide any definitive proof. He already goes wrong completely in the first episode, where he uses carbon dating in a very self-manipulation way.
In terms of 'proof' he gives himself away numerous times when saying "The evidence SUGGESTS ...". A suggestion however is not proof, and should not be for even a journalist. At best it could be avalid argument for further research.
That is however not what Hancock does He uses suggestions and leads to build his case, trying to strengthen his case even more by continuously criticizing traditional archeology. By doing this he steers your attention away from what should be the core of this series: finding proof.
Ancient Apocalypse provides a nice insight into how self-manipulation and manipulation of the audience occurs.
Having said that, no obvious harm is done. The series may or may not be entertaining to watch. The camera work is great and it's a nice trip to archeological sites around the world.
Given the above, Ancient Apocalypse (nice clickbait title by the way) does not have any scientific value, but it is a well done tourist guide for world travellers.
To a certain degree Hancock has a valid point in criticizing 'traditional' archeology. He offers ideas that may worth worthy of further research.
But from there the whole series is one big mndfck. Let it be clear: Hancock is NOT an archeologist, but 'just' a journalist/writer with a strong interest in archeology.
He has this idea about the existence of a sofar unknown ancient advanced civilisation that once existed. At this point the subconscious ability and need of anyone to see and 'discover' patterns comes in handy. Hancock travels all over the world and finds unmistakenly similarities in old building structures and myths. There definitely is a pattern here, worth investigating.
However, where Hancock goes wrong is where every conspiracy theorist goes wrong: he takes gives facts and uses those facts to support his ideas on an ancient advanced civilisation. He uses given facts for building his own reality in his mind.
He does at no point provide any definitive proof. He already goes wrong completely in the first episode, where he uses carbon dating in a very self-manipulation way.
In terms of 'proof' he gives himself away numerous times when saying "The evidence SUGGESTS ...". A suggestion however is not proof, and should not be for even a journalist. At best it could be avalid argument for further research.
That is however not what Hancock does He uses suggestions and leads to build his case, trying to strengthen his case even more by continuously criticizing traditional archeology. By doing this he steers your attention away from what should be the core of this series: finding proof.
Ancient Apocalypse provides a nice insight into how self-manipulation and manipulation of the audience occurs.
Having said that, no obvious harm is done. The series may or may not be entertaining to watch. The camera work is great and it's a nice trip to archeological sites around the world.
Given the above, Ancient Apocalypse (nice clickbait title by the way) does not have any scientific value, but it is a well done tourist guide for world travellers.
Black Rabbit for me is definitely one of the best series of this year.
Black Rabbit is an extreme psychological drama on two brothers bound together for life by some event during their childhood. It is only after watching all right episodes that the viewer is able to have a little understanding of the psychology of both brothers in the previous seven episodes.
Yes, it's a slow burner. No, it should not be judged after just having seen the first couple of episodes.
This series is not for everyone. If you're into likeable characters, a fast pace, plenty of action, then this is not for you.
Acting, scenario, cinematography are great I can think of no reason to not give this performance the highest rating.
Black Rabbit is an extreme psychological drama on two brothers bound together for life by some event during their childhood. It is only after watching all right episodes that the viewer is able to have a little understanding of the psychology of both brothers in the previous seven episodes.
Yes, it's a slow burner. No, it should not be judged after just having seen the first couple of episodes.
This series is not for everyone. If you're into likeable characters, a fast pace, plenty of action, then this is not for you.
Acting, scenario, cinematography are great I can think of no reason to not give this performance the highest rating.