Season 1 – Down to Earth With Zac Efron

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Daniel S @RT86842276 Dec 1 It’s remarkably embarrassing. I can’t tell if it’s a genius parody or only worth watching for the Zac Effron schadenfreude. Californians abroad doing pseudo science and being awkwardly emotional interspersed with lots of expressions of appreciation and respect and wow … See more Stephen C @bob25009 Oct 8 8 real episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All ages admitted!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Florence R @RT28220917 04/16/2024 What if caring about the planet and those who live on it was all but boring ? What if spectacular images, natural kindness and open-mindedness could make us a little more tolerant, give us just a bit oh hope ? Zac Efron and Darin Olien explore several countries in search of concrete solutions to develop a more sustainable lifestyle. Water, food, energy production, respect for flora and fauna, and of course global warming… Each episode presents the facts of the problem and suggests concrete ways for improvement. Important changes, but also small things that everyone can do without changing their lifestyle. The beauty of the images is breathtaking. Discovering little-known cultures, customs and research is an enriching experience. Down to earth is, to my knowledge, the only series to give such recognition to aboriginal peoples, for example, and bravo for that! I’ve read reviews of the series that I find simplistic. It says that only Zac Efron fans can love it. Personally, I only knew his name, which I associated with mediocre films for young people, but he’s risen in my esteem. Using one’s notoriety to attract the public to a just cause is much more meaningful than what most stars do. More importantly, the series was accused of being too light-hearted, and even of advocating unfounded medical practices. I may be a vegan living a very simple, low consuming life, but I am old enough to know that if you want to convince as many people as possible, you have to COMPROMISE. Simply stating the awful reality of the damages inflicted to our poor planet, advocating radical changes, it’s true, but it’s not a good strategy. Nobody wants to watch a depressing, moralistic show. Down to earth has opted for a much more positive approach, conveying feasible solutions, confidence in humanity and hope. Simplistic? Perhaps. But indispensable. As for the critics about millennia-old practices that traditional science scorns, it’s a classic of narrow-minded people. My father is a scientist, and he taught me that the the true scientist doubts. Open-mindedness is what drives science forward. Of course doubt works both ways, nobody should believe a guru without solid ground for conviction. But that’s not what I saw. When the medicinal properties of plants are presented, I see a field that the pharmaceutical industry should explore! In my opinion, down to earth is an excellent show, featuring wonderful people and hopeful solutions. It should be shown in schools and DVDs given to all the grumpy people who pollute our beautiful planet. See more Denji D @RT39831262 05/31/2023 I love how this docuseries can move everyone's mindest and be open to what is happening around us. It shows how people and small communities build innovations for a better tomorrow. See more 01/25/2022 "Wow" and "mind blowing". That's the main contribution of the hosts, no depth whatsoever. As a UE citizen, the France episode was mostly uninteresting as having mineral water by the city is a reality for most European cities ( thankfully!!), and everything in the series gave me the impression of its sustainability being capitalized because it's seen as trendy right now. Also, funny (NOT) how Zac Efron's interest in sustainable lifestyle and fighting climate change starts and ends with the promo for this series. Disappointed but not surprised, sadly. The only positive feedback I have is that I'm happy that some sustainable realities had a chance to have visibility. That's not nearly enough though. See more 06/02/2021 The locations were genuinely interesting, but there was a lot of messing about in unfunny ways by the two hosts that took away from time spent in location. Not sure Dilan was needed at all. Also some weird uncomfortable moments from rude crew members to experts... See more Read all reviews

Down to Earth With Zac Efron — Season 1

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