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narration

[na-rey-shuhn] / næˈreɪ ʃən /


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Magnason’s opening narration over spectacular footage of glaciers — up close and from far away — gently informs us that we’re watching a time capsule, one where the bonds of family and environment are intertwined.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Mr. Hanks provides introductions and closing comments to each episode; his narration throughout is unobtrusive and very low-key, unlike a few of the experts who populate the space lying between the historical footage and photographs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

The landmark series Sir David works on often take three or four years to complete, with his involvement stretching far beyond narration.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

He’s somewhat delighted by the Norman Rockwell-esque scene he walks into, detailing his surroundings in extensive voicemails to his estranged wife that serve as a narration.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Racing, a sport whose sustained dramatic action was ideally suited to narration, became a staple of the airwave.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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