Two new entries in the acclaimed, high-definition filmed Discoveries…America series from Jim and Kelly Watt take a different tack from standard picture-postcard travelogue videos to bring viewers the sights and sounds of the Lone Star State and Beehive State, respectively. Of course, trying to corral Texas into a 60-minute DVD is almost impossible, but Discoveries…America: Texas makes a good effort, focusing on the people, places, and events that make Texas 'tick': cattle-raising, rodeos, wildlife preservation, the Alamo, 'tex-mex' cooking, and much more. Anyone planning a trip to Texas will find this program--which seems to truly capture the spirit of this unique state--to be much more valuable than the usual generic scenic tour. Discoveries…America: Utah, which follows the same format, features engaging segments on the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, fun-in-the-snow-and-sun Park City (home to the 2002 Winter Olympics), pigeon racing, and spectacular national parks found in the southern part of the state. Chockfull of visual delights, Utah comes alive in this beautifully lensed film. Both titles are recommended. Aud: P. (J. Carlson)
Discoveries…America: Texas; Discoveries…America: Utah
(2004) 60 min. DVD: $24.95. Bennett-Watt Entertainment. PPR. Color cover. ISBN: 1-932068-85-6. Volume 20, Issue 1
Discoveries…America: Texas; Discoveries…America: Utah
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