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Stephen Fry
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: Acorn
: Documentary, Quirky Characters, Travel
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Stephen Fry in America (Disc 1 of 2) (2008)
Stephen Fry travels through each of America's states in his black London taxi to discover, in his own charismatic style, what makes the country unique and to get under the skin of American life. His journey across the vast country takes him to a whiskey distillery in Kentucky, a brothel in Nevada, an Amish community in Wisconsin and the lava fields in Hawaii. He also goes hunting in New York State, sailing on an America's Cup yacht in Rhode Island, basket weaving with Navajo Indians and meets environmental activists in Oregon. Proud citizens show Stephen their country as he drives across the continent, uncovering the differences that make each state individual and the similarities that make America distinct.
Stephen Fry in America (Disc 2 of 2) (2008)
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| Most enjoyable if fleeting journey
by underdog
April 30, 2011 - 8:29 PM PDT
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4 out of 4 members found this review helpful
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| Stephen Fry is such an engaging actor and personality that it's not surprising that his trip across America is a fun ride. But as an American myself who thinks myself pretty knowledgeable I still found plenty of little surprises and gems on this trip. It's a pretty short attention show, he doesn't spend much time in each state, and a few states barely get the time of day (but really, what is there to say about Delaware?) I actually enjoyed the 2nd disc more, when he travels through Rocky Mtns and Great Plains, etc, he gets deeper at some things (Global warming, conservation, truck drivers, diets, Native American politics) that are quite compelling, while the first part feels a bit lighter. All in all, while it will leave you wanting more, it's definitely a journey worth taking. |
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