{"id":1444,"date":"2021-12-11T01:33:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-11T08:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/?p=1444"},"modified":"2021-12-11T14:10:45","modified_gmt":"2021-12-11T21:10:45","slug":"welcome-to-earth-exciting-six-part-documentary-exploring-far-reaches-of-the-globe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/2021\/welcome-to-earth-exciting-six-part-documentary-exploring-far-reaches-of-the-globe\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome To Earth * Exciting Six-Part Documentary Exploring Far Reaches Of The Globe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It might seem humans have mapped every inch of our planet\u2019s surface, but look closer and you\u2019ll discover that there is still so much more to uncover \u2014 the age of exploration is far from over! Welcome to Earth, a Disney+ original series from National Geographic, follows two-time Academy Award\u00ae nominee Will Smith on an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime adventure around the world to explore Earth\u2019s greatest wonders and reveal its most hidden secrets. Throughout the six-part limited series produced by visionary Academy Award\u00ae-nominated filmmaker Darren Aronofsky, Protozoa Pictures, Jane Root\u2019s Nutopia and Westbrook Studios, Will is guided by elite explorers on an awe-inspiring journey, getting up close and personal with some of the most thrilling spectacles on the planet \u2014 from volcanoes that roar in silence to deserts that move beyond our perception to animal swarms with minds of their own. Combining breathtaking cinematography with Will’s boundless curiosity and enthusiasm, the blockbuster series is an exciting, multisensory ride through Earth\u2019s most mind-bending portals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Carlee S. comments, \u201cI loved Welcome To Earth<\/em>, a six-part documentary featuring Will Smith traveling to the far reaches of the globe in search of Earth\u2019s hidden secrets. It is exciting to watch Will find himself in places few have gone before, which forces him to conquer his fears as he embarks on life changing expeditions that alter his perception, and the viewer\u2019s, of the world we live in.\u201d See her full review below.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welcome To Earth
By Carlee S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I loved Welcome To Earth<\/em>, a six-part documentary featuring Will Smith traveling to the far reaches of the globe in search of Earth\u2019s hidden secrets. It is exciting to watch Will find himself in places few have gone before, which forces him to conquer his fears as he embarks on life changing expeditions that alter his perception, and the viewer\u2019s, of the world we live in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Audiences will follow Will from the Nambia Desert to Norway, from Brazil into the depths of the ocean and to top of a volcano, as well as to other fascinating places. He witnesses the secrets of nature in hidden places that most people don\u2019t often see or notice. Viewers will be both educated and enchanted by the wonders they encounter in each episode, especially since the different camera angles and tricks that capture the speed of movement give viewers images of these incredible sights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My favorite scene is in the episode called \u201cDescent Into Darkness\u201d when Will Smith and Melissa Marquez (a marine biologist) travel by submarine 3000 feet below sea level to a mind-blowing place that looks like another world. They explore and learn about a variety of sea creatures that live in the Twilight and Midnight zones below the ocean. It\u2019s fascinating to learn how the animals communicate using bioluminescence, the emission of light. And since a very small percentage of the ocean has been explored, Will\u2019s below-the-sea trip is particularly meaningful and also quite terrifying. I also appreciate how each experience has expert guides. Many of them have faced challenges of their own which makes it even more interesting. It\u2019s eye opening to hear from multiple people on what they\u2019re passionate about and learn about their past. Ultimately, Will Smith is an incredible host who combines humor with education and is very enjoyable to watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The message in this series is that you need to face your fears in order to defeat them. You can\u2019t let your fears stop you from pursuing your goals. Will gives the advice to \u201cwork with your fear not against it.\u201d He is constantly pushing himself and testing his limits, too. There is some mild cursing that parents should be aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I give Welcome To Earth<\/em> 5 out of 5 stars. This documentary held my attention and got me excited to learn more about Earth. I recommend this to ages 11 to 17, as well as to adults. It releases on Disney+ December 8, 2021.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It might seem humans have mapped every inch of our planet\u2019s surface, but look closer and you\u2019ll discover that there is still so much more to uncover \u2014 the age of exploration is far from over! Welcome to Earth, a Disney+ original series from National Geographic, follows two-time Academy Award\u00ae nominee Will Smith on an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime adventure around the world to explore Earth\u2019s greatest wonders and reveal its most hidden secrets. Throughout the six-part limited series produced by visionary Academy Award\u00ae-nominated filmmaker Darren Aronofsky, Protozoa Pictures, Jane Root\u2019s Nutopia and Westbrook Studios, Will is guided by elite explorers on an awe-inspiring journey, getting up close and personal with some of the most thrilling spectacles on the planet \u2014 from volcanoes that roar in silence to deserts that move beyond our perception to animal swarms with minds of their own. Combining breathtaking cinematography with Will’s boundless curiosity and enthusiasm, the blockbuster series is an exciting, multisensory ride through Earth\u2019s most mind-bending portals.
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