Product: NOVA: Monster of the Milky Way (1974)
Rating: 3.0
I believe the bulk of this documentary fell into a black hole...
I just finished watching "Monster of the Milky Way" and it fell short of my expectations on several counts. This program should be have been edited to 30 minutes since the bulk of the information was padded with melodramatic rephrasings of what had already been said. The "acting" and music was a little over the top and outright unbelievable at times which led me to feel as though I were being spoon-fed watered down information. For example, I need not be reminded: "if you were to stick your finger in a black hole, it isn't coming out!" Visually, the computer-simulations and overall presentation was rather excellent; though some who are more enthusiastic about astronomy may disagree. I would recommend this program as one to watch your television listings for, but not necessarily one to own. 3 Stars!