My love for nature documentaries has been long term and has been made clear a number of times here. Especially with David Attenborough, but there have been some truly fine documentary series and films that do not have his involvements and sees certain specific animals or groups in a new light. As well as specific locations, like Yellowstone with 'Wild Yellowstone'. Yellowstone is amazing and should be featured more in documentaries.
'Wild Yellowstone' is proof of this. Is it one of the best documentaries ever made, or one of the most ground-breaking? No it isn't. Is it a classic? Not quite. Is it good? Yes, very good indeed and one would be hard pressed to find a better or more comprehensive documentary centering around Yellowstone and anybody who has never been there will probably find themselves wanting to. It is also abundantly clear that the crew were in love with the place and the inhabitants watching 'Wild Yellowstone' and it is recommended highly if not quite blowing me away.
By all means, it is not perfect. With the main and only big drawback being the overuse of rather flashy and gimmicky editing, that has too much of a try too hard and experimenting of different types feel that does distract. With it being present throughout, it is hard to not be critical of it as it did cheapen the experience at times.
A shame because as an experience 'Wild Yellowstone' often captivates. The scenery is absolutely gorgeous as to be expected, and shot with a lot of atmosphere and love. The music is not used too much and doesn't come over as over the top or over-emphasised orchestrally, mood-wise it is just right.
Furthermore, 'Wild Yellowstone' is informative, will be illuminating for anybody for anybody who has never been to Yellowstone or heard of it and even those who have been there may find some educational parts. The footage from beginning to end is really quite amazing, very cute, very entertaining but also not afraid to shy away from any brutal cruelty. Loved the inhabitants and related completely to their struggles and overcomings.
In conclusion, very good. 8/10.
