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PBS | 2015 | 53 min | Not rated | Mar 31, 2015

Nature: Owl Power (Blu-ray Movie)

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Movie rating

7
 / 10

Blu-ray rating

Users0.0 of 50.0
Reviewer4.0 of 54.0
Overall4.0 of 54.0

Overview

Nature: Owl Power (2015)

The program follows the lives of two barn owl chicks from the moment they hatch to show their development into super-powered owls.

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Specifications

  • Video

    Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
    Video resolution: 1080p
    Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
    Original aspect ratio: 1.78:1

  • Audio

    English: Dolby Digital 5.1

  • Subtitles

    English SDH

  • Discs

    25GB Blu-ray Disc
    Single disc (1 BD)

  • Playback

    Region A (B, C untested)

Review

Rating summary

Movie4.0 of 54.0
Video3.5 of 53.5
Audio4.0 of 54.0
Extras0.0 of 50.0
Overall4.0 of 54.0

Nature: Owl Power Blu-ray Movie Review

Reviewed by Brian Orndorf March 14, 2015

Since everything these days is woven into the world of comic book heroes, “Owl Power” follows trends, exploring the “superpowers” of these secretive birds, on a quest to share significant facts about the stars of the show. The omnipresent bird, found in every continent except for Antarctica, makes for a fascinating subject, with the daily life of the average owl filled with sophisticated hunting duties, using natural skills to attack prey and keep safe as new generations are nurtured.


Owls are the subject, but Lloyd and Rose Buck are perhaps the true stars of the show. Dedicated animal trainers, birds are their life, sharing their home with a variety of winged-creatures while leading efforts to study the owl and protect the young put in harm’s way. Their current project features Luna and Lilly, two baby barn owls just getting started on their journey through life, raised by Lloyd and Rose to become independent hunters. The pair is used to demonstrate the growth cycle of the owl, tracking its progression with feeding and flying, avoiding domestication through natural instinct. As expected, it’s fascinating to watch the owls flop around, getting use to their wings and senses. The production also concentrates on three specific superpowers: flight, hearing, and sight, putting owls to the test under the care of experts to research just how well the birds hunt, especially in challenging conditions, such as snow.


Nature: Owl Power Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality  3.5 of 5

The AVC encoded image (1.78:1 aspect ratio) presentation falls in line with previous "Nature" documentaries, only with a slight increase of banding, which is visible throughout the viewing experience. The HD-shot program does deliver an acceptable range of fine detail, capturing textures on feathers and environments, while graphics remain sharp and inviting. Colors are natural with secure balance. Delineation is satisfactory, never losing frame information to solid blacks.


Nature: Owl Power Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality  4.0 of 5

The 5.1 Dolby Digital track offers a straightforward design without much in the way of flourishes. Surrounds are barely employed, only pushing out for nature atmospherics. Narration is secure and deep, commanding the listening experience. Sound effects, including tech chirps and sweetened animals behaviors, are pronounced. Scoring is simple and supportive, rarely displaying authority.


Nature: Owl Power Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras  n/a of 5

There is no supplementary material on this disc.


Nature: Owl Power Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation  4.0 of 5

Sticking to a tone of awe to capture the natural majesty of the birds, "Owl Power" manages to communicate the special nature of the stars, focusing on their razor-sharp senses, also explaining exactly what occurs under layers of feathers when owls rotate their necks 270 degrees. Lloyd is an especially animated addition to the show, happily sharing his love for the creature with the audience. "Owl Power" avoids the routine of mating and death to concentrate on territorial specifics, making it more of a science special than a purely behavioral endeavor, achieving a comfortable understanding of natural owl abilities.


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