"Sahara with Michael Palin" (2002) TV mini-series

User Rating:

8.2/10   

Director:

John-Paul Davidson

Writer:

Michael Palin (writer)

Seasons:

1

Release Date:

6 April 2003 (USA)

Genre:

Documentary

Plot:

In this four part BBC television series presented by British comedian and travel presenter Michael Palin...

Plot Keywords:

TV Mini-Series

Awards:

2 wins & 1 nomination

Cast

Michael Palin

...

Host (unknown episodes)

Runtime:

50 min (6 episodes)

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Certification:

Australia:PG

Company:

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Movie Connections:

Features Life of Brian (1979)

Fascinating journey across the Sahara

It's hard to imagine that there are any places Michael Palin hasn't visited yet, but this has all the interest of any of his previous travel series.

This time the intrepid adventurer sets out to tackle the Sahara desert, and meets many interesting people along the way. The scenes are bright and full of life, and Michael Palin is as enthusiastic as ever before, and his inimitable humour and informative commentary is simply irresistable.

This time Palin encounters people in countries such as Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, (where he explains that he was once crucified - a referance to a filming location from "The Life of Brian") and Mauritania. He even witnesses a part of the Paris - Dakha rally.

The mixture of cultures is incredible to see, with considerable educational value, and some are almost entirely isolated from the outside world. Others follow slightly more western ways, but each is beautifully unique, and a pleasure to see.

Personally, I am eagerly anticipating a new journey for the brilliant Michael Palin. Outstanding entertainment.