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List Price: $29.99Price: $20.49You Save: $9.5 (32%)The Incredibles (Full Screen 2-Disc Collector's Edition)
Actors: Maeve Andrews, Michael Bird (IV), Wayne Canney, Kimberly Adair Clark, Spencer Fox (II)
ASIN : B0007A2GSW
Sales Rank : 4190
Studio : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Region Code : 1
Format : Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936279979
UPC : 786936279979
Release Date : December 15, 2005
Publisher : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
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Label : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Running Time : 115
DescriptionFrom the Academy Award(R) winning creators of FINDING NEMO (2003 Best Animated Feature Film) comes the action-packed animated adventure about the mundane and incredible lives of a house full of superheroes. Bob Parr and his wife Helen used to be among the world's greatest crime fighters, saving lives and battling evil on a daily basis. Fifteen years later, they have been forced to adopt civilian identities and retreat to the suburbs where they live "normal" lives with their three kids, Violet, Dash, and Jack-Jack. Itching to get back into action, Bob gets his chance when a mysterious communication summons him to a remote island for a top secret assignment. He soon discovers that it will take a super family effort to rescue the world from total destruction. Exploding with fun and featuring an all-new animated short film, this spectacular 2-disc collector's edition DVD is high-flying entertainment for everyone Amazon.com essential videoAfter creating the last great traditionally animated film of the 20th century, The Iron Giant, filmmaker Brad Bird joined top-drawer studio Pixar to create this exciting, completely entertaining computer-animated film. Bird gives us a family of "supers," a brood of five with special powers desperately trying to fit in with the 9-to-5 suburban lifestyle. Of course, in a more innocent world, Bob and Helen Parr were superheroes, Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl. But blasted lawsuits and public disapproval forced them and other supers to go incognito, making it even tougher for their school-age kids, the shy Violet and the aptly named Dash. When a stranger named Mirage (voiced by Elizabeth Pena) secretly recruits Bob for a potential mission, the old glory days spin in his head, even if his body is a bit too plump for his old super suit.  |
Bird has his cake and eats it, too. He and the Pixar wizards send up superhero and James Bond movies while delivering a thrilling, supercool action movie that rivals Spider-Man 2 for 2004's best onscreen thrills. While it's just as funny as the previous Pixar films, The Incredibles has a far wider-ranging emotional palette (it's Pixar's first PG film). Bird takes several jabs, including some juicy commentary on domestic life ("It's not graduation, he's moving from the fourth to fifth grade!"). The animated Parrs look and act a bit like the actors portraying them, Craig T. Nelson and Holly Hunter. Samuel L. Jackson and Jason Lee also have a grand old time as, respectively, superhero Frozone and bad guy Syndrome. Nearly stealing the show is Bird himself, voicing the eccentric designer of superhero outfits ("No capes!"), Edna Mode. Nominated for four Oscars, The Incredibles won for Best Animated Film and, in an unprecedented win for non-live-action films, Sound Editing. The Presentation
This two-disc set is (shall we say it?), incredible. The digital-to-digital transfer pops off the screen and the 5.1 Dolby sound will knock the socks off most systems. But like any superhero, it has an Achilles heel. This marks the first Pixar release that doesn't include both the widescreen and full-screen versions in the same DVD set, which was a great bargaining chip for those cinephiles who still want a full-frame presentation for other family members. With a 2.39:1 widescreen ratio (that's big black bars, folks, à la Dr. Zhivago), a few more viewers may decide to go with the full-frame presentation. Fortunately, Pixar reformats their full-frame presentation so the action remains in frame. The Extras
The most-repeated segments will be the two animated shorts. Newly created for this DVD is the hilarious "Jack-Jack Attack," filling the gap in the film during which the Parr baby is left with the talkative babysitter, Kari. "Boundin'," which played in front of the film theatrically, was created by Pixar character designer Bud Luckey. This easygoing take on a dancing sheep gets better with multiple viewings (be sure to watch the featurette on the short).  |
Brad Bird still sounds like a bit of an outsider in his commentary track, recorded before the movie opened. Pixar captain John Lasseter brought him in to shake things up, to make sure the wildly successful studio would not get complacent. And while Bird is certainly likable, he does not exude Lasseter's teddy-bear persona. As one animator states, "He's like strong coffee; I happen to like strong coffee." Besides a resilient stance to be the best, Bird threw in an amazing number of challenges, most of which go unnoticed unless you delve into the 70 minutes of making-of features plus two commentary tracks (Bird with producer John Walker, the other from a dozen animators). We hear about the numerous sets, why you go to "the Spaniards" if you're dealing with animation physics, costume problems (there's a reason why previous Pixar films dealt with single- or uncostumed characters), and horror stories about all that animated hair. Bird's commentary throws out too many names of the! ! animators even after he warns himself not to do so, but it's a lively enough time. The animator commentary is of greatest interest to those interested in the occupation. There is a 30-minute segment on deleted scenes with temporary vocals and crude drawings, including a new opening (thankfully dropped). The "secret files" contain a "lost" animated short from the superheroes' glory days. This fake cartoon (Frozone and Mr. Incredible are teamed with a pink bunny) wears thin, but play it with the commentary track by the two superheroes and it's another sharp comedy sketch. There are also NSA "files" on the other superheroes alluded to in the film with dossiers and curiously fun sound bits. "Vowellet" is the only footage about the well-known cast (there aren't even any obligatory shots of the cast recording their lines). Author/cast member Sarah Vowell (NPR's This American Life) talks about her first foray into movie voice-overs--daughter Violet--and the unlikelihood of her being a superhero. The feature is unlike anything we've seen on a Disney or Pixar DVD extra, but who else would consider Abe Lincoln an action figure? --Doug Thomas More Incredibles at Amazon.ca 
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Reviews for the The Incredibles (Full Screen 2-Disc Collector's Edition)
List Price: $14.99Price: $10.99You Save: $4 (27%)The Princess Diaries (Full Screen Edition)
Actors: Julie Andrews, Anne Hathaway, Hector Elizondo, Heather Matarazzo, Mandy Moore
ASIN : B00006L948
Sales Rank : 2627
Director : Garry Marshall
Brand : Princess
Studio : Walt Disney Video
Region Code : 1
Format : Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936211085
UPC : 786936211085
Release Date : December 18, 2001
Publisher : Walt Disney Video
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Video
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Label : Walt Disney Video
Running Time : 115
Product DescriptionMia is a bright but terribly shy teenager whose goal is to surviive school with a minimum of attention & embarrassment. Unfortunately her wish is thwarted when her estranged grandmother arrives and delivers the shocking news that shes a real life princess. Studio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 05/11/2007 Starring: Julie Andrews Hector Elizondo Run time: 115 minutes Rating: G Amazon.comA thoroughly engaging fairy tale that's family friendly without being condescending, The Princess Diaries is your basic Cinderella makeover story given a fresh, affectionate twist courtesy of a game, energetic cast and a screenplay that skirts schmaltz in favor of gentle, effective comedy. Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) is a frizzy-haired, glasses-wearing 15-year-old girl whose two highest ambitions are to become invisible and to get a few smooches from the slickly attractive school heartthrob. As a girl who can't stand being the center of attention so much that she throws up during debate class, she's stunned and horrified when her coolly continental grandmother (Julie Andrews) shows up and informs her that she's the crown princess of the European principality Genovia. Soon enough, Mia has to undertake "princess lessons" (and a makeover) from her queenly grandmother, and eventually she blossoms into a confident, radiant girl--despite the worries and pressure that her newfound status brings. What makes The Princess Diaries work is director Garry Marshall's guileless, irony-free approach to the material (based on Meg Cabot's novel). In comparison to most snarky, ultra-hip teen comedies, The Princess Diaries is refreshingly and enjoyably square, content to win you over on charm alone and not a slick bag of tricks. Hathaway is a charismatic, appealing role model with a sharp sense of comic timing, and Andrews--who came to stardom as the object of a makeover supreme in My Fair Lady on Broadway--is at her regal best whether teaching Mia the proper royal wave or learning how to eat a corndog. Both leading ladies are complemented by a finely tuned cast, including Hector Elizondo as Genovia's head of security (and romantic counterpart to Andrews), Heather Matarazzo as Mia's best pal, and Robert Schwartzman as the good guy who ultimately wins Mia's heart. All in all, a royal pleasure. --Mark Englehart
Reviews for the The Princess Diaries (Full Screen Edition)
List Price: $19.99Price: $14.99You Save: $5 (25%)The Great Mouse Detective
Actors: Vincent Price, Barrie Ingham, Val Bettin, Susanne Pollatschek, Candy Candido
ASIN : B00005T7H5
Sales Rank : 3571
Director : Ron Clements, Burny Mattinson, David Michener, John Musker
Studio : Walt Disney Video
Region Code : 1
Format : Anamorphic, Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936144437
UPC : 786936144437
Release Date : December 23, 2002
Publisher : Walt Disney Video
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Video
Availability : Usually ships in 24 hours
Label : Walt Disney Video
Running Time : 74
DescriptionThe clues are in, the chase is on, and the case of the century is about to break wide open in Disney's greatest little mystery in history! Let the creators of ALADDIN and THE LITTLE MERMAID take you on an adventuresome journey through the cobblestone streets of 1897 London, where some suspicious "mousechief" is the suspenseful start to this thrilling musical adventure. Olivia, the brave daughter of a beloved London toymaker, turns to Basil of Baker Street for help with her father's disappearance. Basil's jolly assistant, Dr. Dawson, and loyal dog Toby lend a hand ... and nose ... as they sniff out clues through their charming miniature world. The final chase leads to Professor Ratigan (voiced by Vincent Price), a hard-hearted criminal whom Basil must outwit to save all of Mousedom! Now digitally remastered, fully restored and full of unforgettable characters and spectacular animation -- all leading to a climactic climb atop Big Ben -- it's elementary who you'll want to watch again and again ... THE GREAT MOUSE DETECTIVE! Amazon.comJust because Walt Disney created contemporary and traditional classics of animation doesn't mean the studio is out of ideas--not by a long shot. The Great Mouse Detective is richly animated and offers a clever tale. It may not be as easily recognized a title as Aladdin or The Little Mermaid, but all three share the same director, Ron Clements. Originally released theatrically in 1986, the mystery borrows easily from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes and is based on Eve Titus's book Basil of Baker Street. When a brilliant toymaker is kidnapped by a creepy peg-legged bat, his daughter, Olivia, enlists the aid of the legendary Basil. Basil, Olivia, and Basil's assistant, Dr. Dawson, are part of an intricate city system of Victorian-era London mice. Basil quickly realizes his archenemy, Professor Ratigan (a rat who wants to be a mouse), is behind the abduction. Ratigan (voiced by Vincent Price) fiendishly aspires to take over London rodents--and will stop at nothing to achieve his greatest desire. The unlikely trio of good guys become heroes, of course. The engaging story line is a perfect introduction to Doyle's work and mysteries in general. Look for a very cleverly executed voice-cameo by Basil Rathbone (as Sherlock Holmes, natch). Alan Young (Mr. Ed) also provides a voice. Ages 4 and up. --N.F. Mendoza
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List Price: $14.99Price: $11.49You Save: $3.5 (23%)Rocketman
Actors: Beau Bridges, Blake Boyd, Jeffrey DeMunn, Jessica Lundy, Peter Onorati
ASIN : B000CEPE5A
Sales Rank : 3950
Brand : Buena Vista Home Video
Studio : Walt Disney Video
Region Code : 1
Format : Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936281620
UPC : 786936281620
Release Date : December 17, 2007
Publisher : Walt Disney Video
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Video
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Label : Walt Disney Video
Running Time : 94
Product DescriptionStudio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 04/24/2007 Run time: 94 minutes Rating: Pg
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List Price: $14.99Price: $10.49You Save: $4.5 (30%)Summer Magic
Actors: Hayley Mills, Burl Ives, Dorothy McGuire, Deborah Walley, Eddie Hodges
ASIN : B00005JMVV
Sales Rank : 3239
Director : James Neilson
Studio : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Region Code : 1
Format : Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936279535
UPC : 786936279535
Release Date : December 03, 2005
Publisher : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
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Label : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Running Time : 109
DescriptionHayley Mills brings a joyful enthusiasm to this nostalgic, musical, and bighearted adventure in small-town living, now on Disney DVD. When a close-knit Boston family loses their fortune, they find a wealth of family secrets, young love, and charming summer nights in Beulah, Maine. A good-natured postmaster, pretentious cousin Julia, and the mysterious absentee landlord, Mr. Hamilton, populate their new life in a charming old yellow house. Featuring an all-star supporting cast, including Burl Ives, Dorothy McGuire, and Deborah Walley, this classic and wondrous tale will delight the entire family and belongs in every Disney collection. Amazon.comThis classic 1963 Disney film features child icon Hayley Mills as Nancy Carey, a teenage girl whose family moves from Boston to the New England countryside as a result of their father's untimely passing. Nancy writes to the kindly Mr. Poppem (Burl Ives) and single-handedly convinces him to rent the family a charming, if run-down, house for a mere $60 a year. Ever the optimist, Nancy brims with excitement at the family's new life, but this "perfect world" has its problems--notably an absentee landlord who knows nothing about the Carey family's rental agreement. Through hard work and Mr. Poppem's continuing generosity, the Careys fix up the house and find life in the rural Maine town quite satisfactory. Things become tense when their cousin Julia arrives for an extended visit, but eventually Nancy and Julia grow from one another's experiences and become good friends. You'll never guess what happens when the absent landlord returns unannounced during the family's Halloween housewarming party! One section that may sit poorly with modern audiences features Nancy and Julia discussing how to emphasize one's femininity at the expense of hiding the real you--an indication of how much American thinking has changed in a relatively short period of time. Nevertheless, this is a charming tale featuring toe-tapping ragtime music, wonderful songs by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman including "Summer Magic" and "The Ugly Bug Ball," and the incomparable talents of Mills and Ives. Take a trip down memory lane and don't forget the kids. (Ages 7 and older) --Tami Horiuchi
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List Price: $29.99Price: $28.49You Save: $1.5 (5%)Little Einsteins: Fall 2008 DVD 3 Pack
Actor: Little Einsteins
ASIN : B0019BI0VK
Sales Rank : 3518
Brand : Buena Vista Home Video
Studio : Walt Disney Video
Region Code : 1
Format : Box set, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936767469
UPC : 786936767469
Release Date : December 05, 2008
Publisher : Walt Disney Video
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Video
Availability : Usually ships in 24 hours
Label : Walt Disney Video
Running Time : 195
Product DescriptionDisney Little Einsteins™: Race For SpaceRev up Rocket and soar full speed ahead into action-packed music-powered adventures! Join Leo June Quincy Annie and Rocket on a mission to rescue the Three Little Piggies when their airplanes spin out of control. Can Rocket fly fast enough and far enough to bring the Piggies all the way home? Only with your help! Journey with the LITTLE EINSTEINS™ as they zoom to outer space on their most thrilling voyage ever! Then get ready to race around the globe against the world's greatest flying machines. But look out! Big Jet is up to his old tricks. And he'll do anything to win the trophy. Whether your preschooler is exploring the ancient city of Machu Picchu whooshing past stars or planets or searching for hidden treasure in Hawaii RACE FOR SPACE is a first-class ticket to nonstop entertainment you can enjoy together!Disney Little Einsteins™: The Legend Of The Golden PyramidAre you hot on the trail of the coolest adventures under the sun? The sky's the limit with DISNEY'S LITTLE EINSTEINS™. Join Rocket Leo June Quincy and Annie on a daring trek across the Egyptian desert. Their quest: to find a legendary Golden Pyramid and unlock its magical musical secrets. Travel to the Far East for a parade of beautiful kites along the Great Wall of China. Then head west to the City by the Bay where you'll fly - and sing! -- higher than ever before to help a brave little toy plane rescue a green helicopter. Whether your preschooler is exploring the Forbidden City soaring over the Golden Gate Bridge or solving the riddle of the Sphinx THE LEGEND OF THE GOLDEN PYRAMID is the perfect passport to a world of exciting new discoveries you can experience together.Disney Little Einsteins™: Rocket's Firebird RescueBefore you can say "Blast Off!" the Little Einsteins™ are zooming through the sky in a new movie that's jam-packed with action music magic and fun. Besides Rocket what's b
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New Price: $7.94Disney's Sing Along Songs - Very Merry Christmas Songs
Actors: Wayne Allwine, Eddie Carroll
ASIN : B00006JU8F
Sales Rank : 7500
Brand : SING ALONG SONGS
Studio : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Region Code : 1
Format : Anamorphic, Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Live, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 9780788839658
ISBN : 0788839659
UPC : 786936199765
Release Date : December 05, 2002
Publisher : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Label : Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Running Time : 54
DescriptionGet ready to celebrate this warm and wonderful time of year and sing along with the Christmas carols you love best! Plus, join in a jolly chorus of new holiday sing alongs -- featuring your favorite Disney characters! Learning the lyrics is easy and fun because the words appear right on the screen. Whether you're having a party, starting a brand-new family tradition, or simply getting into the Yuletide spirit, Disney's VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG SONGS brings the gift of music and laughter home for the holidays! Amazon.comWhile most of Disney's Sing-Along titles are compilations of theme songs from movies, here is a musical collection presented for the sole purpose of celebrating Christmas. The holiday video oozes with merriment as it blends traditional carols and seasonal favorites with Disney's unique brand of quality animation and beloved characters. Mickey Mouse opens the 30-minute program with an original song, "From All of Us to All of You," while Chip and Dale scamper around the Christmas tree. "Deck the Halls" will never sound the same after hearing Donald Duck's rendition, and even Santa gets in on the animated action as he plunges down the chimney in "Up on the Housetop." As a reverent reminder of the Christ-child's birth, Disneyland Children's Sing-Along Chorus harmonizes "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World." Especially captivating is this latter tune, accompanied by hundreds of animated fairies dancing through a snow-covered forest before they transform into glistening stars. Lest we forget this is Disney, all 13 songs add cameo appearances by favorite characters Jiminy Cricket, Bambi, Minnie, and many more. Nostalgia reigns as Bing Crosby lilts "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" while plenty of snowy shenanigans from Mickey and Goofy remind viewers why Disney characters are so endearing. If Disney is tooting its own horn (and it does through a couple minutes of live-action footage from Disneyland's Magic Kingdom), it is discreet. The real star of this sing along is the spirit of Christmas, alive in full measure. --Lynn Gibson
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List Price: $14.98Price: $6.49You Save: $8.49 (57%)Charlie and Lola, Vol. 6 - How Many More Minutes Until Christmas
Actors: Jethro Lundie-Brown, Maisie Cowell, Morgan Gayle, Ryan Harris, Daniel Mayers
ASIN : B000SULWL8
Sales Rank : 7822
Brand : Warner Brothers
Studio : Disney Channel
Region Code : 1
Format : Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 7940514167284
UPC : 794051416728
Release Date : December 16, 2007
Publisher : Disney Channel
Manufacturer : Disney Channel
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Label : Disney Channel
Running Time : 97
DescriptionCharlie and Lola are everso extremely excited because Christmas is coming and they are taking it in turns to open the doors on the Advent calendar. After 24 days of hiccups and happy preparations, Christmas caroling and making things, everything looks set for the perfect Christmas until Lola notices that she sent Lotta's Christmas card to Santa and her Christmas wish list, with that especially special gift request for Charlie, to Lotta by mistake! Things couldn't possibly get worse!! Until...Lola discovers that there is no door on the Advent calendar for Christmas Day! Christmas has completely disappeared and definitely is not going to happen!!ÿ It's an absolute disaster! Or is it? DVD Features:
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Reviews for the Charlie and Lola, Vol. 6 - How Many More Minutes Until Christmas
List Price: $19.99Price: $14.99You Save: $5 (25%)Baby Einstein - Neighborhood Animals
Actors: Jethro Lundie-Brown, Maisie Cowell, Morgan Gayle, Ryan Harris, Daniel Mayers
ASIN : B00006SFM2
Sales Rank : 2170
Brand : Baby Einstein
Studio : WALT DISNEY VIDEO
Region Code : 1
Format : Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 0786936212877
UPC : 786936212877
Release Date : December 12, 2002
Publisher : WALT DISNEY VIDEO
Manufacturer : WALT DISNEY VIDEO
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Label : WALT DISNEY VIDEO
Running Time : 66
Maximum Age : 48
Minimum Age : 12
Product DescriptionBaby's first introduction to familiar furry and feathered friends!
-- Encourages babies' fascination with animals
-- Exposes little ones to different kinds of animals fround close to home
As babies continue to explore the world around them, they soon encounter many creatures, both large and small, that are extremely intriguing. Whether furry or feathered, winged or wiggly, bumpy or smooth, each holds a special fascination. Neighborhood Animals exposes little ones to animals most likely to be found close to home or in easily recognized environments. With a captivating combination of live-action footage, stimulating, colorful images and engaging puppet shows accompanied by beautiful classical music, this wonderful introduction to familiar animal life will provide you and your baby with countless opportunities to discover a world of engaging creatures together in and near your own backyard!
In addition to beautiful classical music, traditional favorites such as "The Farmer In The Dell" and "Old MacDonald Had A Farm" just might inspire you and your child to tap your toes, clap your hands, and sing along at home as you discover the wonders of the farm together.
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-- Repeat play
-- Language tracks (Spanish, French and English)
-- Discovery cards
-- Puppet shows
-- Toy chest Amazon.comWhen Baby Einstein started its "video board books" in 1997, the company was virtually alone in the field of baby development. By its sixth video, the field has become crowded with similar-sounding titles. Now scientists might be able to analyze what a baby will get out of a video like Baby Dolittle compared to Baby Van Gogh, but is it worth getting more baby videos? Absolutely--babies love variety as much as their adult counterparts. On that level, Baby Dolittle scores. The theme of animals is a natural, and this show should cause squeals of delight from little ones 1 to 4 years old. Using a stimulating mix of brightly colored toys, whimsical puppets (including your host, Pavlov the Dog), and lots of pictures, Baby Dolittle takes the viewer on a 30-minute tour of commonly found animals. Help your little pal spot a pig on the farm or a dog in the house. Baby Dolittle uses animals' sounds, kids' drawings, and photography for each animal in four habitats. The natural settings and original, bright recordings of Beethoven, Rimsky-Korsakov, Vivaldi, and others should make this a favorite every time you want to visit Old MacDonald's Farm. Followed by a companion production, Baby Dolittle World Animals. --Doug Thomas
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List Price: $14.99Price: $9.99You Save: $5 (33%)Annie
Actors: Alicia Morton, Kathy Bates, Alan Cumming, Audra McDonald, Kristin Chenoweth
ASIN : 6305870187
Sales Rank : 2807
Director : Rob Marshall
Studio : Walt Disney Video
Region Code : 1
Format : Color, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC
Binding : DVD
EAN : 9786305870180
ISBN : 0788820230
UPC : 717951006707
Release Date : December 30, 2000
Publisher : Walt Disney Video
Manufacturer : Walt Disney Video
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Label : Walt Disney Video
Running Time : 90
DescriptionDisney makes this beloved musical more magical than ever with an all-new, feature-length production! Featuring an all-star cast and new choreography, this charming tale of an adorable orphan named Annie captures all the fun of the original, but adds an unmistakable Disney touch! For a young girl living a "hard-knock" life in a children's orphanage, things may seem pretty bad -- especially at Christmas. But feisty Annie carries a song in her heart and hope in her locket -- the only thing she has from her parents. One day, fed up with the dastardly Miss Hannigan (Academy Award(R)-winner Kathy Bates), Annie escapes the rundown orphanage determined to find her mom and dad. Her adventure takes her from the cold, mean streets of New York to the warm, comforting arms of bighearted billionaire Oliver Warbucks, with plenty of mischief and music in between! Filled with memorable songs and magical moments, Disney's ANNIE brings this heartwarming story to a whole new generation. And now you can relive the magic over and over again! Amazon.comDisney's 1999 TV production of the classic 1977 musical Annie is remarkable for its casting of stage actors rather than ratings trump cards. Tony winners Audra McDonald (Grace), Alan Cumming (Rooster), and Kristin Chenoweth (Lily) join four-time nominee Victor Garber (Daddy Warbucks) and Les Misérables veteran Alicia Morton (Annie) to tell the tale of the Depression-era orphan who gets a taste of the upper-crust life. Not surprisingly, they all turn in strong performances, and even Oscar-winner Kathy Bates acquits herself well in a singer's role, as the villainous Miss Hannigan. Perhaps best of all is the original title moppet, Andrea McArdle, making a sensational one-minute cameo as the Broadway Star-To-Be in "N.Y.C." Compared to John Huston's plodding, overly busy 1982 theatrical release, this production as directed by Rob Marshall (Cabaret, among other shows) is quite conservative; few numbers leave the confines of their sets, giving it the feel of a stage production. It is also more faithful as a whole to the Broadway original, though at a running time of 90 minutes it leaves out most of the historical context of the FDR administration as well as some of Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin's familiar songs, and makes a few plot changes, some of which work and some of which don't. Because of the omissions, this probably isn't a definitive film translation of Annie, but it's well paced for a young audience, and would be an excellent introduction to get children interested in live theater. Annie was produced by the team behind the 1993 telecast of Gypsy with Bette Midler, as well as 1997's Brandy-Whitney Houston Cinderella, and there are plans for many others. As Broadway shows are too often represented on video by inferior big-screen translations, this trend toward good, solid small-screen productions is most welcome. --David Horiuchi
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