‘Welcome to Earth’ review: Will Smith remove entries from his bucket list in National Geographic series
Smith’s eye-catching travels to breathtaking and dangerous locales have essentially transformed him into an enthusiastic tour guide, a role he comfortably accepts. He begins by quoting his grandmother as telling him, “All the best things in life are on the other side of fear” and ends the six episodes by stating a wish. His is to “connect with the planet and hopefully inspire others to do the same.”
Of course, others don’t necessarily have access to the same options, as “Welcome to Earth” includes diving into the ocean depths of more than 3,300 feet with a marine biologist, visiting the edge of an active volcano and the extent of a glacier.
It’s no surprise that Smith often uses film references to describe the wonders he encounters, comparing the ocean light show to “Star Wars” and “Star Wars.” Close Encounters.” If that’s not enough, the music insists on doing the rest.
Produced by Smith’s company along with director Darren Aronofsky and others, the series certainly features spectacular cinematography, which has become the norm for the genre. Each episode also creates a window for other explorers, expanding his horizons and horizons beyond Smith’s.
“Welcome to Earth” premieres December 8 on Disney+.
