I Survived...Beyond and Back

About I Survived...Beyond and Back

I Survived...Beyond and Back is an intriguing American television series that originally aired on the Biography Channel from 2010 through 2011. The compelling documentary-style series shares unique experiences from individuals who have had near-death experiences, and claims of dying and then returning to life (a phenomena called "reincarnation"). Each episode delves into these personal stories, exploring the emotional and physical journey each survivor experiences before, during, and after their brush with death. I Survived...Beyond and Back seeks to understand what happens after we die, providing viewers with a riveting ride into the unknown.

Making / Production

The series is produced by NHNZ (Natural History New Zealand), a production house with an impressive pedigree in creating high-quality reality and documentary programming. The series excellently combines real-life interviews with dramatic reenactments to recreate the events that lead up to each individual's near-death experience. The quality camera work, atmospheric lighting, and precise editing lend a cinematic quality to the series, while the carefully chosen interviewees keep the human element at the series’ heart.

Actors

• Tony Start: As a documentary style series, the show does not employ traditional actors, but it does feature narrators correlating each story. GPS syndicate employs Tony Start as one of the narrators, whose skillful interpretation adds depth to each survivor's story.
• The Survivors: The real stars of the series are the Survivors themselves. These individuals bravely share their deeply personal and oftentimes traumatic stories, allowing the audience to embark on the hauntingly beautiful journey into the afterlife with them

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is a spin-off of the popular show "I Survived...", which recounts horrific and life-changing events experienced by ordinary people.
• The stories range from people dying on the operating table and coming back to life, to those experiencing extraordinary phenomena while on the brink of death.

Awards

Despite being fascinating and well-produced, the series, as of the time of this overview, has not been the recipient of significant awards or accolacements.

Quotes

• "I knew I was dying, and I accepted it."
• "It was so peaceful, so serene."
• "I am not afraid of dying, not anymore."

Music, Soundtrack

• The original music for the series was composed by Matthew Pavolaitis.
• The series maintains an atmospheric score that is deep yet subtle, to intensify the storytelling without overwhelming it.