It always comes up when people are comparing their most traumatic movie experiences: "the death of Bambi's mother," a recollection that can bring a shudder to even the most jaded filmgoer. That primal separation (which is no less stunning for happening off-screen) is the centerpiece of Bambi, Walt Disney's 1942 animated classic, but it is by no means the only bold stroke in the film. In its swift but somehow leisurely 69 minutes, Bambi covers a year in the life of a young deer. But in a bigger way, it measures the life cycle itself, from birth to adulthood, from childhood's freedom to grown-up responsibility. All of this is rendered in cheeky, fleet-footed style--the movie doesn't lecture, or make you feel you're being fed something that's good for you. The animation is miraculous, a lush forest in which nature is a constantly unfolding miracle (even in a spectacular fire, or those dark moments when "man was in the forest"). There are probably easier animals to draw than a young deer, and the Disney animators set themselves a challenge with Bambi's wobbly glide across an ice-covered lake, his spindly legs akimbo; but the sequence is effortless and charming. If Bambi himself is just a bit dull--such is the fate of an Everydeer--his rabbit sidekick Thumper and a skunk named Flower more than make up for it. Many of the early Disney features have their share of lyrical moments and universal truths, but Bambi is so simple, so pure, it's almost transparent. You might borrow a phrase from Thumper and say it's downright twitterpated. --Robert Horton
It always comes up when people are comparing their most traumatic movie experiences: "the death of Bambi's mother," a recollection that can bring a shudder to even the most jaded filmgoer. That primal separation (which is no less stunning for happening off-screen) is the centerpiece of Bambi, Walt Disney's 1942 animated classic, but it is by no means the only bold stroke in the film. In its swift but somehow leisurely 69 minutes, Bambi covers a year in the life of a young deer. But in a bigger way, it measures the life cycle itself, from birth to adulthood, from childhood's freedom to grown-up responsibility. All of this is rendered in cheeky, fleet-footed style--the movie doesn't lecture, or make you feel you're being fed something that's good for you. The animation is miraculous, a lush forest in which nature is a constantly unfolding miracle (even in a spectacular fire, or those dark moments when "man was in the forest"). There are probably easier animals to draw than a young deer, and the Disney animators set themselves a challenge with Bambi's wobbly glide across an ice-covered lake, his spindly legs akimbo; but the sequence is effortless and charming. If Bambi himself is just a bit dull--such is the fate of an Everydeer--his rabbit sidekick Thumper and a skunk named Flower more than make up for it. Many of the early Disney features have their share of lyrical moments and universal truths, but Bambi is so simple, so pure, it's almost transparent. You might borrow a phrase from Thumper and say it's downright twitterpated. --Robert Horton
The smallest member of The Little family returns in this blockbusting sequel. Alongside fellow family pet Snowbell the cat he sets of on a journey through the streets of New York in search of a missing friend.
Whenever disaster strikes, International Rescue answers the call! From their hidden island base in the south Pacific, the five Tracy Brothers pilot remarkable, cutting-edge Thunderbird vehicles from the depths of the oceans to the highest reaches of space--all for one purpose: to help others in need. International Rescue's identities may not be widely known, but their heroism is legendary. Even the devious schemes of mysterious international criminal "The Hood" can't weaken their resolve, or stop them from battling the dangers of the year 2060. Supported by mechanical genius Brains, stealthy operative Kayo, their jet-setting London agent Lady Penelope and her loyal driver Parker, Scott, Gordon, Virgil, John and Alan Tracy live for these three words: Thunderbirds Are GO.
""When Darkness Falls Leaving Shadows In The Night Don't Be Afraid Wipe That Fear From Your Eyes... You Can Run With Us We've Got Everything You Need... Run With Us! We Are Free! Come With Us! I See Passion In Your Eyes... Run With Us!"" This popular animated TV series follows the adventures of Bert Ralph Melissa and their friends a group of raccoons who live in the peaceful and serene Evergreen Forest. That is until Cyril Sneer a pink aardvark turns up to destroy the forest and the only ones who can stop him are The Raccoons! Enjoy every episode from the second season of this much loved 1980's cartoon series for the first time ever on DVD!
Look who became a star. Barbie comes to life in the computer-animated Barbie in the Nutcracker, taking the longtime-favorite doll into a new realm. The 76-minute tale is a slight variation on the traditional story based on Tchaikovsky's music. Instead of an open-ended dream, Barbie and her escort, the Nutcracker (soon to be Ken, natch), are on an adventurous quest. Along the way there are more creatures and derring-do than the original. The sole known voice talent, Tim Curry, has a good old time as the Mouse King, and the animated dancing is gracefully adapted from New York City Ballet members. A few clever characters, bright animation and wonderful music should entrance any Barbie fan from age three to nine. --Doug Thomas, Amazon.com
Tim Allen stars in this Disney remake about a man who finds himself infected with a top-secret serum.
Barney has a tee-RIFF-ic surprise for BJ and Baby Bop--their cousin Riff is moving to town! Riff surprises everyone with his awesome musical abilities and super-fun personality. Everyone is very excited that Riff will be in town for good. Riff is a little shy at first but with the help of new friends BJ and Baby Bop Riff fits right in to Barney's world of fun and imagination. Including: 'Welcome Cousin Riff' 'Singing/Dancing' and 'Riff's Musical Zoo!'
Grandpa Pig puts up a tent in the garden so Peppa and her friends decide to stage a circus inside it. 10 all new episodes!
In the irreverent spirit of fun that made The LEGO® Movie a worldwide phenomenon, the self-described leading man of that ensemble LEGO Batman stars in his own big-screen adventure. But there are big changes brewing in Gotham, and if he wants to save the city from The Joker's hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up. Will Arnett reprises his starring role from The LEGO Movie as the voice of LEGO Batman, aka Bruce Wayne. Zach Galifianakis (Muppets Most Wanted, the Hangover films) stars as The Joker; Michael Cera (TV's Arrested Development) as the orphan Dick Grayson; Rosario Dawson (TV's Daredevil) as Barbara Gordon; and Ralph Fiennes (the Harry Potter films) as Alfred. Click Images to Enlarge
Three years after A Boy Named Charlie Brown, Charles Schulz's beloved 'Peanuts' characters hit the big screen again in Snoopy, Come Home. This time, everyone's favourite beagle turns the kids' world upside down when he receives a mysterious letter from a girl named Lila and hits the road with best friend Woodstock, evading a sadistic would-be pet owner and other perils along the way! Meanwhile, Charlie Brown is left to wonder: Who is Lila, and will Snoopy ever return? Snoopy, Come Home is a delight for kids of all ages, featuring songs by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang)
Orphan girl Heidi spends the happiest days of her childhood with her grandfather (Bruno Ganz) in the Swiss Alps. Together with her friend Peter, she tends to the goats and enjoys freedom in the mountains to the fullest. But when Heidi is taken to Frankfurt by her aunt, these carefree times come to an end as Heidi is placed under the supervision of a strict nanny and taught to read and write alongside a playmate, Klara. Although the two girls soon become friends, her longing for her beloved mountains and grandfather grows ever stronger and she yearns for home Based on the worldwide bestselling novel, Heidi is the film of the classic fairy tale that has enchanted generatations.
More animated fun with Charlie and Lola! Charlie has this little sister Lola. She is small and very funny. Sometimes mom and dad ask Charlie to help with Lola. This is a hard job because Lola often has ideas of her own. Using his imagination and clever thinking Charlie encourages Lola to see the world in a more reasoned way having lots of fun in the process! Episodes Comprise: 1. I Will Miss Our Mouse Too Much 2. I Will I Could Draw Exactly More Like You 3. How Many More Minutes? 4. Never Ever Never Step On The Cracks 5. I Am Collecting A Collection 6. Welcome To Lolaland
Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story 2" picks up as Andy heads off to Cowboy Camp, leaving his toys to their own devices. Things shift into high gear when an obsessive toy collector named Al McWhiggin, owner of Al's Toy Barn, kidnaps Woody.
Emma Swan’s life has been anything but a fairytale. A 28-year-old bail bondsperson she’s been taking care of herself since she was abandoned as a baby. But when Henry—the son she gave up 10 years ago—finds her everything changes. Henry is desperate for his mom’s help and thinks that Emma is actually the long lost daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming. Yes the actual Snow White and Prince Charming. Even stranger Henry believes that Storybrooke the sleepy New England town he calls home is really part of a curse cast by the Evil Queen freezing fairytale characters in the modern world with no memory of their former selves. Of course the seen-it-all Emma doesn’t believe a word but when she gets to Storybrooke she can’t help sensing that everything’s not quite what it seems. As Henry shows Emma around with the help of his fairytale book the town and its inhabitants like Henry’s therapist Archie Hopper and the enigmatic Mr. Gold seem just strange enough to set off her already suspicious nature. She becomes even more concerned for Henry when she meets his adopted mother Regina who he suspects is none other than the Evil Queen herself! Storybrooke is a place where magic has been forgotten—but is still powerfully close—and happily ever after seems just out of reach. In order to understand where the fairytale world’s former inhabitants came from and what ultimately led to the Evil Queen’s wrath you’ll need a glimpse into their previous lives. But it might just turn everything you’ve ever believed about these characters upside-down. Meanwhile the epic battle for the future of all worlds modern and fairytale alike is about to begin. For good to win Emma will have to accept her destiny and fight like hell.
Warner Bros' beloved assortment of irreverent animated entertainers break out of the studio lot to embark on an adventure that takes them from Hollywood to the jungles of Africa.
Now every little girl can enter the world of the Disney Princess; in a kingdom of fantasy where dreams begin where enchantment never ends and happily ever after happens every day! The journey of fun begins with a treasure chest of beloved stories starring Ariel Jasmine and two all-new stories featuring Belle and Cinderella. Your little princess will fall in love with this engaging experience that combines the magic of storytelling with the wonder of ""let's pretend."" As their tales unfold your child will meet her favorite Disney princesses take part in wonderful adventures and discover that when you give a gift from the heart magical things can happen!
The Railway Children (1970) and Swallows and Amazons (1974) are perfect bedfellows: two classic children's novels, simply and faithfully adapted for the big screen. Together they evoke a poignant nostalgia for the periods in which they are set--Edwardian and 1920s England, respectively--and for the childhood of anyone who has grown up watching them. Sentimentality reigns, of course, but it's never cloying. The truthfulness of the juvenile performances, balanced with restrained sympathy from the adults, sees to that. Flourishing under Lionel Jeffries' delicate direction, Jenny Agutter dominates The Railway Children as the oldest daughter of a family thrown on hard times when their father is wrongly sent to prison. They avert a train disaster, save an imperilled steeple chaser and reunite an exiled Russian with his wife, all with equal enterprise. Happy endings prevail after every crisis. And no number of repeat viewings can ever diminish the impact of father's return. One of the most expert tear-duct work-outs in film history, it hits the spot every time. Perhaps the lack of such a pivotal scene has kept Swallows and Amazons in the relative shade. But its gentle appeal survives with equal charm, not least in the resourcefulness of the eponymous children and the period detail. Together this pairing makes a double bill to treasure, and a piquant reminder that Disney doesn't have a complete monopoly on the rich heritage of children's cinema. On the DVD: The Railway Children and Swallows and Amazons is presented in standard 4:3 picture format, from so-so prints, and with acceptable mono soundtracks. Both films envelope the viewer in a comforting Sunday-afternoon haze. There are no extras, apart from scene indexes. --Piers Ford
The Faraway Tree: In the centre of the Enchanted Wood is the Faraway Tree home to many wonderful and exciting characters. Most remarkable of all is the top of the Faraway Tree which stretches into the clouds and leads to many strange and magical lands. You never know what adventures you'll find in Enid Blyton's Enchanted Lands. Episodes include: The Land Of Toys The Land Of Take-What-You-Want The Land Of Dame Tickle The Land Of Ice And Snow The Land Of
Based on Alan Moore's 1988 graphic novel of the same name, Batman: The Killing Joke traces the rise of the Joker from his early days as a struggling stand-up comic to his eventual evolution into the Clown Prince of Crime after a fateful encounter with Batman that changes both of their lives. Batman hunts for the escaped Joker, who terrorizes Commissioner Gordon and Barbara Gordon to prove a diabolical point mirroring his own fall into madness.
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