Earth Moods
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Earth Moods
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Earth Moods is a serenely- paced visual journey that depicts various types of scenery, as depicted by National Geographic filmmakers. Shot from above, the views of the desert, arctic, city lights, and tropical scenery are intended to relax the viewer. Mellow music accompanies each episode. Not focused on wildlife, or people, this series displays the beauty, variety of elements, colors, movement, and patterns found on our planet.
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What's the Story?
In EARTH MOODS, aerial shots of different landscapes and natural phenomena are accompanied by gentle music. The icy water flows into fields of undulating snow. Layers of white rock ring sandstone buttes. Waterfalls, streams, tracts of green forest-- all arrayed and slowly undulate as benign music plays. Each 30-minute episode explores a different ecosystem. Like flying in a plane over beautiful vistas, the views are mesmerizing and soothing. There's no plot, no drama, just an experience of viewing far-flung natural scenery on a screen at home.
Is It Any Good?
Visually stunning views of the planet make for mellow a viewing experience. In Earth Moods, National Geographic filmmakers capture different ecosystems, focusing on the geography and topography, rather than the living beings who make their homes there. It's as if the viewer is invited to be a voyeur, not a visitor.
Families might not be enticed to sit together to watch this series because there's not much engagement. Rather, these episodes serve as reminders that we live in a miraculous place called Earth, with dramatic vistas and stunning beauty. In a world where there's overstimulation, this series seeks to soothe. After a long work day, or after studying for a string of exams, checking in on a tropical island from the comfort of the family room might feel just right.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how images and sound in Earth Moods affect our feelings. When you see relaxing images, do you feel relaxed? What about when you see violent images?
Sometimes the most exposure we get to nature in a day is from a show. Which shows or movies about nature inspire you to explore the world?
Not all screen time is stressful-- in fact, this show is meant to encourage relaxation. Are some types of screen time better than others?
TV Details
- Premiere date: April 16, 2022
- Network: Disney+
- Genre: Educational
- Topics: Science and Nature
- TV rating: TV-G
- Last updated: February 28, 2022
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