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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9781593755577
Format: Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
ISBN: 1593755570
Label: WGBH Boston
Manufacturer: WGBH Boston
Number Of Items: 4
Publisher: WGBH Boston
Region Code: 1
Release Date: February 28, 2006
Running Time: 180 minutes
Sales Rank: 4996
Studio: WGBH Boston
Theatrical Release Date: October 28, 2003
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The Elegant Universe Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory Join host Brian Greene, professor of physics and mathematics at Columbia University and the best-selling author of The Elegant Universe, for an in-depth exploration of the groundbreaking new string theory that will excite scientists and non-scientists alike. If string theory proves correct, the universe we see obscures a reality that is far richer and more complex than anyone ever imagined--a universe with numerous hidden dimensions, a universe in which the fabric of space can rip and tear, a universe that may be but one of many parallel universes
Beginning with simple and clear explanations of major concepts of physics, including gravity, electromagnetism, and relativity, The Elegant Universe illuminates how string theory proposes that the fundamental ingredients of nature are inconceivably tiny strands of energy, whose different modes of vibration underlie everything that happens in the universe. If proven correct, this theory of 'everything' would unite the laws of the large--general relativity--and the laws of the small--quantum mechanics--breaking a conceptual logjam that has frustrated scientists for nearly a century.
Einstein’s Big Idea Everyone's heard of it, but what does E=mc2 really mean? With brilliant period recreations, discover how an obscure patent clerk, Albert Einstein, came up with his shattering 1905 discovery that the realms of matter and energy are inescapably linked. Starring Aidan McArdle (Ella Enchanted) as Einstein, and Shirley Henderson (Bridget Jones’s Diary) as Einstein's first wife, Mileva Maric.
Einstein Revealed Journey into the mind of a genius in this penetrating profile of the world’s most renowned physicist, who contributed more than any other to our modern vision of physical reality. Andrew Sachs (Fawlty Towers) stars as Albert Einstein.
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Based on Brian Greene's book, this three-part Nova program should do for physics what Cosmos did for astronomy. Greene hosts the program on the relative new concept of String Theory, a potential (and explosive) answer to the Holy Grail of science: a single, ultimate theory for everything. Part of Greene's (along with filmmakers Julia Cort and Joseph McMaster) genius is the ability to explain complex issues with ease thanks to a generous helping of graphics and humor. It starts with a perplexing anecdote: Einstein died trying to figure out if there could be an ultimate theory. His General Theory of Relativity brought order to the laws of large objects, but could not explain the chancier world of Quantum Mechanics (which deals with atomic particles). String Theory tries to marry the two. Greene and many colleagues give us a history of the quest and how String Theory was 'discovered' in the 1980s. The formula has a lot of quirks, the most dazzling being the insistence there's 11 dimensions in the universe. Greene is not as natural as Cosmos creator/host Carl Sagan, but he is certainly friendly and encouraging (albeit it's quite odd for the host to be interviewed at various times in the program). Because it's a three-part show, there is some overlap at the start of hours 2 and 3. --Doug Thomas
Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - Amazing!
I always been interested in physics, perhaps it can be very fuzzy sometimes. Brian Green is an awsome physist and he presents the subject in a simple way that we all can understand. This is a great documentary also with the background we need about Eistein, Well Recommended if you like or not physics, you'll after this!!!
Rating: - An innovative concept of the universe!
This set of care and zealously programs is to reveal and inform the great audience (who's not particularly with these concepts) the process of decantation since Newton's gravitational theory, passing through Einstein and the quantum mechanics and the big bang theory about a new concept originally based on a set of transcendental and illuminating mathematical concepts of Euler, carefully analysed and conveyed in order to try unsolved questions between the unification of the electromagnetic theory, gravitational theory and the concepts of two energies located on the atomic level.
The string theory has been this outcome.. This new conception is still developing itself but counts with many aspects worthy to remark, and exposed with didactic clarity with easy to follow complex and abstracts ideas.
Absolutely recommended
Rating:  - If you're a scientist, you may be disappointed
I bought this DVD because of an unquenchable interest in Quantum Physics. As an engineering student who has taken three semesters of undergrad Physics and four semesters of Calculus, I was looking for more information about String Theory. I thought a NOVA produced documentary would be great because I've been a big fan of NOVA for as long as I can remember. Unfortunately, I found that this DVD misses the mark for someone looking for some real information and not just a glancing overview.
The DVD is mostly well done, though I find Dr Brian Greene too "zany" and informal for my tastes. From many articles I've read by and about him, he's apparently a leading professor and physicist but has a penchant for being silly. Nothing against him and those who like him, but that's not really my thing. I'd much rather just hear an entire program explained by Burt Ovrut personally.
As far as content, I feel like the DVD is lacking. A lot of really interesting concepts are brought up, and the history behind String Theory is fascinating, but there is absolutely no in depth information explaining anything. It's as though they're expecting the viewer to just watch and not question or ask for explanation. A great example is when Dr Greene describes the quantum sized world as "chaotic" and unlike the world we typically observe. Well, why is it? There was no explanation for why this is, or why it's important. There was a great CGI scene and background music to evoke the mood, but any ... Read More
Rating: - Great Explanation of Superstrings and More!
I am an engineer by education and experience. Like many engineers I am fascinated with the subject of quantum mechanics, superstrings, hidden dimensions, the quest for the theory of everything, parallel universes and more. Much of it isn't easy to understand, but it sure is fun!
For years I had been hearing about superstrings. I have read In Search of Schrödinger's Cat, Schrödinger's Kittens, books on Einstein's theories, and more. I have also read articles on these subjects, watched several amazing TV shows and movies. Some teased the idea of superstrings, but I never came away with a feeling that the concept had been explained properly.
Brian Green's book the Elegant Universe, and the subsequent PBS show does just that! It gives the best explanation of superstrings I have read (and seen) to date. Green also does a great job explaining parallel universes, hidden dimensions, quest for the ultimate theory and more.
The subject matter in the Elegant Universe is tricky to explain. Green has to do a balancing act to present the concepts in a way that are easy enough for the educated layman to understand, but complex enough to preserve their richness.
Fortunately, Green does an exceptional job at presenting the material. And, he does it with great insight, passion and humor!
My head hurt when he talked about some of the concepts such as 12 dimensions instead of the 4 we know about...but it was a good hurt. Overall a fantastic ... Read More
Rating: - Awesome
I bought this to use to teach my high school students. The visual representations provided in this video are great for showing the students the world of quanta and string theory.
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