National Geographic Series (2006)
In 2006 the National Geographic Channel began broadcasting an hour long series with similar premise to the BBC series.
Classified into episodes with various themes such as Spy Gadgets, Car Chases, Amazing Vehicles and the like, the episodes combine footage from the films and television series they analyze with footage of similar real-life objects and opinions from experts on the subjects covered. The screenwriters, producers and directors (among them James Cameron, Doug Liman and Frank Marshall) also offer their perspective on the realism showcased in their productions.
Unlike the BBC series, however, the shows do not feature specific tests of the scientific principles in the films or television programs, nor are they hosted (just narrated), but rather use the statements of experts as well as real life footage to prove their point. The series is also more serious than its BBC counterpart, but does have its light-hearted moments in the form of witty anecdotes from its guests.
The productions featured in the episodes include Dante's Peak, various James Bond films, Enemy of the State, The Conversation, Minority Report, I Robot, True Lies, 10.5, Mr. & Mrs. Smith and 24, among many others. Security systems, tracking devices, futuristic vehicles and fictional disasters from these shows are examined.
The series was created and produced by Prometheus Entertainment and Fox Television Studios for National Geographic Channel. The Executive Producer was Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Kevin Burns.
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