A Passion For Angling [1993]

Bob James and Chris Yates are two great anglers and amazing writers they both really are true ambassadors for the sport for every angler

CHRIS YATES - Prefers to fish with antique tackle with a tweed jacket and Sherlock Holmes type hat hes a real old time angler

BOB JAMES - Uses ultra modern tackle and tecniques to his full advantage Bob also clearly loves his sport.

During this whole experience you really get a feeling of calm and relaxation this is mostly due to Benerd Cribbins lending his voice to narrate the programme which really creates a beautiful effect.

weather fly is your thing ( and it is mine ) or course it doesnt matter its all relative because the breathtaking camera work and music catches you straight away the poems by Walton , Cotton or Benerd Venables who also quest stars in one eposode.

I cant tell you how much i love this show it defies explanation quite simply the only fishing programme i will be watching in thirty years guranteed nothing has or can ever touch it.


"A Passion For Angling" (and Quality)   November 19, 2003
 4 out of 4 found this review helpful

I can remember reading many years ago in the angling press about this project. It was destined to be a masterpiece of angling video and did not dissapoint. Although not aimed as an instructional piece you cannot help but gain some useful insight into the the pursuit of carp from two of the country's most respected anglers (Chris yates & Bob James). There enthusiasm, respect and borderline eccentricity regarding their pursuit comes across clearly throughout the entire production. A totally fitting, tranquil soundtrack combined with the narration of Bernard Cribbins makes this unmissable. I should also add that the filming is of the ultimate quality, filmed by Hugh Miles of "Flight of the Condor" fame.