Walking with Dinosaurs 2.0: Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Meets Ancient Prehistory

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The BBC is re-releasing its popular "Walking with Dinosaurs" series, a groundbreaking documentary that takes viewers on a virtual journey through the lives of six prehistoric creatures, including the spinosaurus, velociraptors, giant lusotitans, and Tyrannosaurus rex. The new series, set to launch on May 25, promises to bring viewers face-to-face with the dinosaurs' brains and uncover the secrets of dinosaur eggs. Showrunner Kirsty Wilson emphasizes that the second series is an evolution of the brand, underpinned by scientific research and rigorous design processes.

Key Takeaways:

  • The new series features six standalone episodes, each rooted in a series of archaeological digs and blending documentary footage with CGI reconstructions.
  • The show's dinosaur designs are grounded in scientific research, with 60-80 page "dino-bibles" developed for the visual effects team, covering details from dinosaur sounds to toenail and eye color.
  • Kirsty Wilson, showrunner of Walking with Dinosaurs, highlights the show's unique edge over competitors, citing its science unit production and real sense of authority.
  • The series will examine six prehistoric creatures, including previously unexamined species.
  • The new series promises to provide an immersive experience, allowing viewers to peer at dinosaurs' brains and watch lasers reconstruct the color of dinosaur eggs.

Statistics:

  • 6 episodes in the new series, each rooted in archaeological digs.
  • 60-80 page "dino-bibles" developed for the visual effects team.
  • 6 prehistoric creatures featured in the series, including spinosaurus, velociraptors, giant lusotitans, and Tyrannosaurus rex.
  • May 25 launch date for the new series.

Sources:

  • BBC. (Date unavailable). "Walking with Dinosaurs" series to launch on May 25 with groundbreaking new format and scientific discoveries.