Martin Clunes's Wild Life

Having read the other reviews, I felt I wanted to write one. I noted that the negative review was from someone with an 'academic' e-mail address - that perhaps explains the review. Part of the appeal of this series in my view is Martin Clunes' wonderment at the animals and their world. At a time when we are all probably somewhat cynical about a number of things, I felt the series brought a refreshing and educational look at serious issues. One laughed, one became emotional (or at least I did), but one also thought about the content. The animals themselves were delightful, and one can have nothing but respect for those of Martin's contacts, such as with Mugie, who show such commitment. I greatly appreciate Martin Clunes' work, dramatic and otherwise, (also his wife's work as a producer) and will keep an eye out for more...

I only made it halfway through Eps. 1 and turned it off. Just too much about himself. Clune should take the camera out of his own face more and keep it to his subject. We really don't need close-ups of his animated delight to cue our emotions as if we are school children. Quite artless.I'm afraid I stopped watching at the point where Shaun (the wolf owner) presented us that harrowing scene of himself among the wolves at feeding, and Clune cuts to his own giggling expression and boyish delight as if the event were a spectacle for his entertainment, when clearly something deeply primal, raw and riveting about nature was happening before us. Is he so clueless? That scene was something I've never seen, nor surely will you have. I truly expected Shaun to stand up among his snarling beasts and quietly ask Clune if he mightn't rather contain himself. He clearly was just a spectator missing significance what he was being shown, a tourist to his own production. But he was sure to get his face in the lens and show us the delight we should be feeling.I might have loved to watch more but could no longer stand the childishness. Maybe the series is aimed at school children. Wish the descriptions had said so.

I loved Martin Clunes in Doc Martin and after watching this documentary I realize just how great an actor he is. He plays such a withdrawn and uptight character and really makes you believe it. But you can see how genuinely kind and warm he is in this documentary about animals. He does a really good job presenting the information and makes you feel like you are there with him. I would buy every one that has been made in this series. Hopefully, more shows will be released here in the U.S. With all the garbage that is on TV it is good to know there is still really great TV out there.

Martin Clunes is so himself in these documentaries and I so enjoyed the informative way they are produced!!I have all of the Documentaries He’s done!!

I know this is a GREAT VIDEO but our two dogs will not let my family watch this wonderful DVD of majestic animalsespecially if there are any chasing or running or just showing animals in their natural habitat. A funny situation we havenot encountered before. Rin Tin Tin and Lassie never acted this way but they did not have such things as TV for entertainmentand such realistic TV pictures. But we do enjoy the parts we have seen.

Provides an personal look at our doctor and more info into his personal activities

I enjoyed each episode and the information provided. You feel like you are on a trip with Martin Clunes and learning along with him. You can tell he really enjoyed himself making this series. Any animal lover and/or Clunes can should find an interest in this series.

The episodes "A Man & His Dogs" we're fabulous! I learned a a lot about the history and lineage of dogs that I did not know. We have six canine members in our family, all different...from a Cheweenie to a German Shepard...all with different personalities, likes & dislikes. I feel now that I just might have a "clunes" as to why that might be!

If a nature lover gets ahold of this one, they will never let it go! Martin Clunes brings tears to my eyes and I will never forget how hooked I am on this one! He is a kindred spirit to me! I am sure that other people will adore this fantastic film!

For anyone who is an animal lover and loves Doc Martin, this is the other side of Martin Clune to love. He brings to the screen a genuine love of animals, especially his dogs. The show brings to life the realities of the lives of animals and how we humans interact with them. Honestly joyful and terribly sad at the same time. So glad we picked this up.

Most enjoyable. It's easy to see that Martin Clunes loves animals... and his joy and pain are contagious. The information is there, but it has an unscripted, natural feeling. It's more about emotion, and connecting with the animals.

In the last season of Doc Martin, Clunes' character, who HATES dogs, almost successfully euthanizes a stray who follows him around. Seeing this Wild Life series at least restored my faith in the man (although his Doc Martin character remains a very troubled SOB). Clunes love for animals is both sincere and profound. A must see.

this is an amazing documentary collection. a must for all animal lovers.