Tales From the Crypt / Vault of Horror (Double Feature)

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Disc 1: Tales from the Crypt (1972) Disc 2: Vault of Horror (1973)

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what is this $#!+?.......2007-09-14

fox, what are you thinking? nowadays, when we buy a movie on dvd, especially from a big company like 20th century fox, we come to expect the film to be as at least it was shown in theatres. what is the idea of putting out such a censored version of vault of horror? i know i'm not the only one that has a problem with this because i read some of the other folk's reviews. us fans wait who knows how long for a "legit" edition of this film to be released just to have this be the pay-off? and another thing, what's the idea with showing the trailers in black-and-white when most of us know good and well that those trailers were in color? why does there seem to be an intentional decrease in quality here? whose brain-fart was that? wouldn't it have been easier to just leave the color in the trailers alone? 20th century fox should be ashamed of itself for treating the fans in this manner. i've come to expect more from them. so, with that said, if you really want the GENUINE LISENSED PRODUCT, go ahead and buy this dvd, but don't throw out your bootlegs yet.

EC, baby...EC........2007-09-13

FIRST, Amazon needs to pair this one up with the Midnight Movies two-fer "The Abominable Dr. Phibes / Dr. Phibes Rises Again." It's a much better pairing from the same era ("Crypt" 1972, "Vault" 1973, and the Phibes movies from 1971 & 1972) than the Vincent Price flick they've currently chosen.

The HBO "Crypt" series leaned heavily on the Crypt Keeper and the humor found in the intros and outros of the classic EC comics, but the two EC movies produced by England's Amicus (also responsible for the excellent "Asylum" with Peter Cushing) are DARK.

There's a genuine sense of menace, of foreboding, especially in the all-time EC classic "And All Through The House" (also interpreted ny the HBO series). Joan Collins is the perfect choice for this, and when "Santa" shows up...well, let's just say that it's not a very merry Christmas at all.

Some trivia buff out there knows why Amicus didn't complete the EC trilogy with a "Haunt of Fear" movie. Maybe "Crypt" and "Vault" didn't make enough at the box office to warrant it. But if you want two movies' worth of well-chosen cinematic adaptations of classic EC stories, you've come to the right place.

FALSE ADVERTISING.............2007-09-13

As everyone is finding out, fans (as well as those who've never seen them) of the British horror anthologies of the 70's have been dealt a blow with Fox's release of "Tales from the Crypt" and "Vault of Horror". As everyone is also finding out, "Tales" looks good and is intact, while "Vault" is badly edited. Well, that's because "Tales" was originally rated PG and "Vault" was rated R. And what really burns me up is that it's advertised by Fox (and on Amazon) as still retaining it's R rating. Leading one to believe, of course, it's in it's original theatrical release form. Not so. To me, this is false advertising. I have never seen "Vault of Horror", I've only known of it. I was really looking forward to finally seeing it---in it's original release form. But now, with this disc, I can't enjoy it with THIS chop job. As one reviewer said, "What's the point?". What a ripoff. And illegal too.

Shame On 20th Century Fox.......2007-09-13

The only reason I gave this set 2 stars instead of 1 is that Tales from the Crypt is uncut and is a good print. The Vault of Horror is a cut print and as a previous reviewer said badly cut as well. In the segment "Midnight Mess" the blood on tap ending is edited to appear a few seconds before its original place in the segment and it's an obscured freeze frame instead of the blood pouring out of the tap as the body convulses. In "The Neat Job" the hammer to the head ending is also a freeze frame and missing the shot of the body sinking to the floor with the hammer stuck in the victim's head. Thankfuly I have an uncut, albeit fullframe, version of The Vault of Horror to watch but most people will never see this movie in its original form unless 20th Century Fox makes a corrected disc.

What's The Point..........2007-09-12

...of releasing Vault in a badly cut form? I've already received my discs and, for the price, the set is worth it for Tales (which is uncut and in great shape), so I won't be returning it. So, I do recommend buying the set for this film. However, it is inexcusable that Fox would release Vault it a censored version. Really, what is the point? The cuts are "brutal", in that they are really ragged looking freeze frames and the actual violence is mild compared to the normal fare seen on the screens these days.

This really speaks more for sloppiness than anything else. The uncut version is available; Fox just didn't take the time to use it. This has happened in the past with the Midnight Movie collection (Deranged comes to mind) but, again, the method of cutting is so bad - and the "gruesome" scenes the payoff for each story - that the film loses much of its enjoyment factor.

Swiss Family Robinson (Vault Disney Collection)

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Swiss Family Robinson (DVD)
One Of Our Family's Favorite Classic Stories
Talk about a CLASSIC!!!
Excellent Family Movie

Swiss Family Robinson (Vault Disney Collection)
Starring: John Mills , Dorothy McGuire , James MacArthur , Janet Munro , and Sessue Hayakawa
Director: Ken Annakin , and Jack Hannah
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Release Date: 2002-05-07

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The Disney touch is all over this grand, colorful version of the Johann Wyss adventure of a European family set off for the new world of New Guinea. The film opens on a ship jostled and torn by a raging storm while a family struggles to make it through alive. Tossed into a reef near a deserted tropical island, father John Mills takes charge and the family soon turns their island prison into a veritable paradise. Their multilevel tree house, built in record time, is complete with running water and a working pipe organ scavenged from the ship, while their grand yard is abloom in English roses. As a tale of hardship and pioneer pluck, the tale is pure fantasy, but as entertainment it's energetic and appealing. The island is impossibly populated by ostriches, zebras, lions, and elephants, a private zoo that delights the youngest boy and offers plenty of comic relief. The two older brothers discover even wilder life when they rescue the prisoner of oriental pirates (led by hard-bitten Sessue Hayakawa). There's little real danger anywhere in the film--even the climactic battle with the pirates is a cartoonish affair, with coconut bombs and nonlethal booby traps, until the final desperate, deadly moments. Hardly a faithful adaptation of the novel, but a lush, beautifully photographed film and an entertaining adventure safe for all ages. Dorothy McGuire costars as the proper, worry-prone mother. (Ages 5 and older) --Sean Axmaker

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One of Disney's biggest and most fondly remembered hits, the spectacular screen version of the literary classic SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON is full of breathtaking South Seas scenery, hundreds of exotic animals, and treacherous pirates. This heroic tale chronicles the courageous exploits of the Robinson family after they are shipwrecked on a deserted island. Using teamwork and ingenuity, they skillfully overcome the obstacles of nature and transform their new home into a "civilized" community. But the ultimate challenge lies ahead when a band of cutthroat pirates threaten to destroy the Robinson's Makeshift paradise. Capture the thrills, romance, and fun of this unforgettable Disney film!

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Knew I could find.......2007-06-04

My son loved the movie Swiss Family Robinson when he was little. I have looked for it previously in stores but could not find. I knew we could find it on Amazon. I have told my grandchildren about the movie and the adventures the family has on an island. I got this movie for my son for Father's day so he can share it with his children. The movie is funny, adventurous, and shows so much ingenuity when the family needs shelter. It is a good family movie all will enjoy.

Swiss Family Robinson (DVD).......2007-06-01

This is a great movie. I bought the DVD To ensure my Grandchildern had a chance to see this Movie.

One Of Our Family's Favorite Classic Stories.......2007-05-11

This DVD contains Disney's adaptation of the original book, Der Schweizerische Robinson, written by author Johann David Wyss, in 1812. It is one of the finer works of Disney, in my opinion. The story of this family's struggles and determination, difficulties and joys is good watching (and good reading) for every member of the family. One of the most delightful aspects of this work is the emphasis placed upon good character, family values, and self-reliance. I recommend this movie to everyone...

Talk about a CLASSIC!!!.......2007-05-10

You can't go wrong here! My siblings and I LOVED this movie as kids. I bought it for my son and daughter when they were younger and again, they LOVED it and watched it (and quoted it) repeatedly. I am now buying it for my young (7ish) nephews to enjoy. Probably my favorite no-cartoon Disney flick of all time!

Excellent Family Movie.......2007-04-03

This is an excellent movie. I am so glad I purchased it for my son. I got it for his birthday 7 and at first he didnt really have an interest in watching it, but he was home from school sick one day and we watched it and I couldnt tear him away. He loved it! Its adventure, imagination, and fun all rolled into one.

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"IF YOU LOOK FOR THE BAD IN MANKIND YOU WILL SURELY FIND IT!"
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Pollyanna
Pollyanna
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Pollyanna (Vault Disney Collection)
Starring: Mary Grace Canfield , Gage Clarke , Kevin Corcoran , Donald Crisp , and Leora Dana
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Release Date: 2002-05-07

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Optimism shines in this classic 1960 Disney film starring Hayley Mills. When the newly orphaned Pollyanna comes to live with her wealthy aunt in Harrington Town, life looks promising. Despite her aunt's insistence on propriety and modesty, Pollyanna's cheerful, optimistic ways spread throughout the town--converting even a cantankerous recluse and a whining hypochondriac. Only Aunt Polly has trouble welcoming her young niece into her heart. In a clash between the townspeople and Aunt Polly over local politics, it's Pollyanna's influence that helps individual townspeople find the inner strength to stand up for their own beliefs. When Pollyanna is involved in a serious accident, Aunt Polly finally realizes how much she loves her niece. Can Aunt Polly and the entire town somehow restore Polly's optimism and ensure a full recovery? Pollyanna is wholesome entertainment that will leave the entire family eager to play the "glad game." --Tami Horiuchi

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Hayley Mills received a special Academy Award(R) for her performance as Pollyanna in this timeless Walt Disney tapestry of small-town Americana. Here you'll meet Pollyanna, the orphan who brings sunshine into the lives of everyone she meets. But her Aunt Polly (Jane Wyman) is too concerned with appearances, propriety, and local politics to appreciate her effervescent niece. It isn't until the town almost loses their "Glad Girl" that Aunt Polly realizes the power of love and lightheartedness. Featuring an impressive all-star cast and a story filled with fun, laughter, and tears, POLLYANNA will inspire your entire family and prove that the art of positive thinking is just as delightful today as it was at the turn of the century!

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"IF YOU LOOK FOR THE BAD IN MANKIND YOU WILL SURELY FIND IT!".......2007-08-04

I had never seen this movie until recently. When I saw the running time was almost 2 1/4 hours I was a little leery, but I gave it a shot. This film is one of the least corny Disney films I have ever seen. The story of a young girl who is orphaned and comes to live with her rich aunt. The effect this upbeat child has on her aunt and the townspeople is very positive brings the townspeople together. This is a very good film and I would recommend it for family viewing. The 2 disc vault collection has a great transfer and a ton of extras! I would like to point out that some of these Disney releases have included the original cartoon short that aired with the picture in theaters. This is a trend I hope other studios follow! Bravo!

Part of a must-have collection.......2007-07-05

There are certain movies a 10 year old girl (like my daughter, Caley) must have: Swiss Family Robinson, Pippi Longstocking, Matilda, The Secret Garden, Labyrinth, and Pollyanna. I was hoping she would like them as much as I did when I was a kid. She does!

Pollyanna.......2007-06-28

Colorful, delightful Disney fare boasts a first-rate cast, including veterans Wyman (who's excellent), Karl Malden, Agnes Moorehead, Donald Crisp, and Adolphe Menjou, but young Mills (in her first stateside Disney appearance) steals it from all of them, carrying the movie with her natural, guileless performance. Gorgeously shot, with wonderful turn of the century detail, this is a winner from start to finish.

Pollyanna.......2007-03-12

This movie is my all-time favorite childhood. I had the sound track and played it so much that I still have it memorized (I drove my parents NUTS!), . It's a wonderful movie and I still pull it out to watch it often! If you've never seen it, get it for your kids.

Prompt Delivery - Product as stated .......2007-02-03

The movie came promptly and in good condition.

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A great family movie with one problem...
The Classic Tear-Jerker
Will Always remain a classic
Best Doggone Dog in the West
Worst Doggone movie is the world!!!!!!!

Old Yeller (Vault Disney Collection)
Starring: Dorothy McGuire , Fess Parker , Jeff York , Chuck Connors , and Beverly Washburn
Director: Robert Stevenson , and Jack Kinney
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Release Date: 2002-05-07

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There's nothing hip about this vintage Disney film that begins and ends with a corny song about the "best doggone dog in the West." But that's the beauty of Old Yeller, originally released in 1957. The simple, heart-warming story of a boy who bonds with a feisty stray dog in 1860s Texas is full of 1950s sensibilities: A Donna Reed-style perfect "Momma" (Dorothy McGuire) who knows best, a couple of brothers who quarrel in the best sitcom tradition, and a father (Fess Parker, in a small role) who goes off to provide for his family, leaving his older boy (Tommy Kirk) in charge and his incredibly cute younger one (Kevin Corcoran) to steal as many scenes in the movie as he possibly can. With Old Yeller at his side, Kirk becomes a little man, who in the end must make a decision so heart-breaking that it's one of filmdom's most memorable moments. --Valerie J. Nelson

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No film better captures the powerful emotions of hope, courage, and friendship than this treasured and much beloved classic, OLD YELLER. The quintessential tale of a boy's love for his dog has touched the hearts of millions, its enduring legacy growing with each new generation and it's "still one of the best!" (Leonard Maltin) Set amidst the landscape of 1860s Texas, a young boy named Travis (Tommy Kirk) wants nothing to do with the lop-eared stray. But Old Yeller quickly proves himself a loyal friend, protecting the family and saving Travis' life. Soon they become inseparable pals, sharing joyous experiences and learning valuable lessons about growing up.

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A great family movie with one problem..........2007-09-13

Although it has probably been ten years since I have seen this movie, I did watch it many, many times while I was growing up. In fact, I knew it so well my siblings and I could recite, word for word, many scenes in the movie. Overall, I like it. But it has one major flaw that bothers me every time. When we get to the gripping climax and we're building to the moment they need to shot the dog (sorry, but I cannot imagine there's anyone left who didn't know that), Travis says, "He was my dog, I'll do it." He wasn't Travis's dog! Travis didn't want the dog and did everything in his power to persuade his mom they should get rid of it. Yes, I know the point is that we're supposed to see how he has come to love the dog. The tears and the suggestion to pen him first have already done that. We're also supposed to see how he has grown in his role as "man of the house" and childishly usurping his brother's pet completely negates any growth.

Despite my rant, it's still a classic and still worthwhile viewing.

The Classic Tear-Jerker.......2007-09-13

Shortly after Jim Coates leaves his wife and two young sons alone on their Texas frontier homestead to go on a cattle drive, the family takes in a large, thieving, stray, yellow dog as pet and protector. The story follows the time of Jim's absence and Old Yeller's stay, as the endearing dog takes on the roles of play-pal to little Arliss and chore partner to teenage Travis, and fights off dangerous animals to protect them all, putting himself in great danger. However, with the closeness of animals to the lives of American frontier-folk, diseases like rabies prove to be just as looming a threat, as the Coates family comes to learn in one of the most heart-wrenching endings in both literary and cinematic history.

"Old Yeller" is a masterpiece of filmmaking and definitely among the finest work from the Walt Disney Studios to date. The tale is plain and simple, softer than the famous Fred Gipson book it was based on but extremely loyal at the same time, and easily one of the greatest coming-of-age tales of love and loss ever written or filmed. Painstaking detail was put into recreating life on the Texas frontier in this Disney classic, and though it was released in 1957, claims that the film is loaded with 50's sensibilities may be a bit unjust. This film is set shortly after the Civil War, not in modern day. Having things like the man being "head of the household" or "breadwinner" aren't always just 50's sensibilities. Anyway, if one takes a good look at Disney films of the time, one might be surprised to find that the Disney films often depict more believable families than what you'd see on television sitcoms and other films of the period. "Old Yeller" doesn't fall short in that area either. There are only seven human members to the cast, and all are outstanding (most Disney regulars) in strong, believable roles. Tommy Kirk (The Shaggy Dog, The Misadventures of Merlin Jones, The Hardy Boys, Swiss Family Robinson) is the human lead as Travis Coates, the young teenager who grows closest to "Old Yeller" and is hurt the most when the dog meets his emotional and legendary end. Kevin "Moochie" Corcoran (The Shaggy Dog, Swiss Family Robinson, Toby Tyler) is little brother Arliss, a feisty little boy who throws rocks and never sits still. Dorothy McGuire (Swiss Family Robinson, Summer Magic) is the ever motherly Katie Coates, and Disney legend Fess Parker (Davy Crockett, The Great Locomotive Chase) rounds out the family as fatherly and loving Jim Coates. The always hilarious Jeff York plays lazy, meal-mooching neighbor Bud Searcy, with Beverly Washburn as his sweet and put-upon daughter with a crush on young Travis. The final human castmember is the well-known Chuck Connors, who plays Old Yeller's original owner and a kind visitor to the Coates' farmstead. Throw in Spike the dog as the title character, no less impressive an actor than any of them, and you have one of Hollywood's greatest casts! Not to mention that this was directed by Robert Stevenson (Mary Poppins, Darby O'Gill and the Little People, The Love Bug), one of Hollywood's all-time greatest directors! No, there's really nothing much corny or extremely '"50's" about this movie, if that's what you've been led to believe, aside from the "Old Yeller" theme song, though us Disney fanatics rather like it. It's wonderfully sung by Jerome Courtland (Disney's Andy Burnett).

As for the DVD edition, the 2-disc Vault Disney release (now out of print) is a real triumph! Disc One includes two bonuses in addition to the beautiful widescreen presentation of the film: A delightful Pluto Cartoon, "Bone Trouble," in which Pluto's attempt to swipe Butch's bone breakfast leads him to be chased into a hall of mirrors, and an excellent audio commentary (featuring Kevin Corcoran, Fess Parker, dog-trainer Bob Weatherwax, and more than anyone, Tommy Kirk; it seems that Kevin and Parker were recorded separately). In addition, the DVD menus look great. Disc Two's amazing Vault Disney menu is loaded with goodies. There's, "Old Yeller: Remembering a Classic," a lengthy making-of documentary full of tear-jerking interviews with the surviving cast-members along with animal trainer Bob Weatherwax and T. Beck Gipson, the son of writer Fred Gipson. There's also a nearly 15 minute featurette titled, "Conversations with Tommy Kirk." This is an enjoyable, in-depth interview with Tommy about how he got into acting as a child, met Walt Disney, and various details about his career at the Disney studios, including an unfortunate misunderstanding with Fred MacMurray. There are a couple of montages too. One is a bit of a commercial really, and doesn't have much value. It's called "Dogs!," and is nothing but a fast-paced montage of Disney dog clips. The other montage is more appreciated. It's called "Disney Studio Album," and is a montage of Disney events of 1957. A sort of Disney video yearbook. "Lost Treasures: Ranch of the Golden Oak" is a guided tour of the California property where many films are still filmed, along with reminiscence from Old Yeller's cast members of course. A Production Archive on Disc Two is loaded with galleries in the categories of "Production Stills," "Publishing," "Advertising," "Screenplay Excerpt," "Documents," and "Biographies" (of everyone but Jeff York for some reason). There's also a slideshow titled "Production Gallery," though it just features some selections from the Production Stills gallery. The DVD also offers the original theatrical trailer, a 90's TV commercial for a TV airing, and another tear-jerker labeled, "News Segment: Old Yeller Memorial." This is a report on an Old Yeller statue dedication in writer Fred Gipson's hometown and focuses on his son. Laura Bush also gives a speech at this sentimental ceremony. What non-Texan folks might not know is that this isn't really a news segment, it's from an excellent Texas television program called "Texas Country Reporter." It's a long running show that is not unlike "Made In America" or other such shows on the more educational/informative cable channels like TLC, Travel Channel, or Food Network, just a little more down-homey. Also on Disc Two is a virtual jukebox featuring various audio explorations. There are two interactive Sound Studio experiences, a selection of Radio Spots, a Foley Demonstration, and a vintage "Old Yeller" record album story told by Fess Parker with dialogue from the film. Last, but certainly not least, one of my favorite types of extras to find on a Disney DVD, we get a complete episode of the Disneyland TV series! The episode, hosted by Walt, is "The Best Doggone Dog in the World." This treat shows us dogs of the world, introduces Dorothy McGuire talking about the film "Old Yeller" and narrating clips, and presents to us a "True-Life Adventure" type story about Arizona sheepdogs at work. A wonderful addition to a wonderful DVD release!

Ya know, I gotta say, as much as I love the Disney Renaissance period of films like "The Little Mermaid," "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids," and so on, whenever I am walking around a Disney theme park and taking in the sights, sounds, and smells, it's films like this that really come to mind for me. The company still churns out some gems now and then, but Walt's legacy is the work the studio made under his guidance, and it really is at least as good as anything made after he was gone. Walking down nostalgic Main Street or anywhere else in the Magic Kingdom, I love having films like "The Happiest Millionaire," Pollyanna," "Swiss Family Robinson," and "Old Yeller" to look back on, and it's a shame that more young people aren't exposed to such films today. Thank goodness they're available on DVD for those who care enough to purchase them. Of course, as I mentioned, this Vault Disney 2-disc release is no longer in print and recently has become difficult to find. As with a few other excellent Disney releases, they have been recently rereleased in double feature editions, sometimes still in 2-disc sets, but usually missing some very nice extras. In Old Yeller's case, the film has been released on another 2-disc set, this time paired with its underrated sequel, "Savage Sam." While it's a fine way to acquire "Savage Sam" if you don't have it yet, I still recommend seeking out the Vault Disney edition if you don't yet have "Old Yeller." All the double feature lacks is the audio commentary, but for me that was reason enough to seek out the Vault Disney release. I will probably get the double-feature anyway to acquire "Savage Sam" though.

Will Always remain a classic.......2007-07-07

I fell in love with this movie many years ago as a kid, and it still remains a treasured classic in my heart. This movie embodied more than just the heart-warming love between a boy and his dog who've been through thick and thin together. What this movie embodies is old American values, things we barely see anymore in today's society. I loved seeing a woman worry about her husband who was about to go off on a three-month long cow drive. I liked that men acknowledged young Travis's delegated authority to be in charge of the house while his father was away. They did their part by grooming him and helping him to be a man. You could also tell who was worthless.

Yes, Old Yeller was more than just a movie about a young man and his dog. It was about a young man becoming a man by making one of the toughest decisions in his life at a very young age. As Fess Parker's character at the end of the movie says to Travis, "That's pretty rough son, but I'm proud of how my boy handled the situation. I couldn't ask much more of a man."

These are the reasons why this movie is a classic and brings tears to my eyes. It has heart and true American sprirt.

Best Doggone Dog in the West.......2007-03-07

Life was tough in the old west. There were wild critters, Native Americans (annoyed that someone was taking their land, again), insufficient rain, the lecherous fat guy looking to mooch your food, and hydrophoby (hydrophobia, also known as rabies). Yep, life was tough in the old west. But no problem, Katie Coates (classy actor Dorothy McGuire who appeared in numerous roles in movies such as "Friendly Persuasion," "Swiss Family Robinson," and "Summer Magic") manages to survive everything with the support of son Travis (Disney regular Tommy Kirk). Katie needed help because her other son Arliss (Kevin Corcoran, another Disney regular) was an obnoxious brat.

Father Jim Coates (Fess Parker, who was already a huge success in Disney's Davy Crockett shows) goes on a trip, leaving Katie, Travis and Arliss to fend for themselves. Before long a big yellow dog shows up, much to Arliss's delight. Initially Travis resents the dog because it causes him a lot of work when the dog causes destruction on the farm. However, the big yellow dog is friendly and manages to save Arliss's life. Old Yeller even wins Travis's love.

Much of this movie is a comedy. Arliss and Old Yeller keep us entertained with their antics. Old Yeller is so big and lovable that you have to laugh sometimes. Old Yeller is also very protective of his new family.

As I said before, life is tough in the old west. Wild animals existed all around the Coates homestead. One day a wolf attacks the family. The only thing that saves the family is the big yellow dog. Katie quickly realizes that the wolf had rabies, and she pens Old Yeller up to learn whether the wolf has given Old Yeller rabies.

I leave you to watch the end of the movie for yourself.

"Old Yeller" is one of those movies that deliberately tugs at your heartstrings. Even I struggled to keep my eyes from watering when Travis faced Old Yeller in the shed. However, Disney movies nearly always end with a message of hope and love, and so does this one.

Sometimes it feels good to have your emotions manipulated, even if you are sad for a little while. This movie does it so well that you may want to watch it twice in a row.

Enjoy!

Worst Doggone movie is the world!!!!!!!.......2006-10-26

I watched this film because everyone said it is a classic. Like many classics it is anything but. Why does everyone cry at this movie? I didn't cry at this movie; I didn't anything close to tears. This is not because I hate dogs, I think that dogs are not people and that the dog was better off after he was shot. Also this movie may have been much better if the acting had be decent. The acting of the boy made me laugh instead of cry when the dog died. And if his little brother had spoken one more time I would have screamed. This same little boy is in many Disney films and every time he is unbarable. So unless you have a love for punnishment don't watch this movie.

The Parent Trap (Vault Disney Collection)

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The Parent Trap (Vault Disney Collection)
Starring: Hayley Mills , Maureen O'Hara , Brian Keith , Cathleen Nesbitt , and Charles Ruggles
Director: David Swift (II)
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ASIN: B00005RRG9
Release Date: 2002-05-07

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The daughter of legendary British actor John Mills and novelist Mary Hayley Bell (as well as the sister of actress Juliet Mills), young Hayley Mills broke the surface of fame at the tender age of 12, starring opposite her father in the thriller Tiger Bay. That film, along with a Berlin Film Festival award, was enough to attract the attention of Walt Disney, who promptly signed her to a five-year contract and put her in the starring role of Pollyanna. After wringing hearts and nabbing a special Oscar, Mills segued into the comedy thing--for double the fun--in The Parent Trap, the 1961 farce in which she played twins, separated at birth, who scheme to reunite their biological parents (Maureen O'Hara and Brian Keith, both surprisingly sexy for a Disney movie). On the brink of adolescence, Mills was a saucy role model for children of the Kennedy era: cute, endearing and, above all, wholesome despite her sneaky ways--everyone's meddlesome sister. Easily stepping into the Disney child-star gap as the original Mouseketeers were (literally) outgrowing their uniforms, Mills was the studio's live-action bread and butter for a brief moment in time, and The Parent Trap still remains her best vehicle, a classic now to adults who came of age during the early '60s. It also pioneered the processed split-screen technique, which while not seamless was revolutionary and exciting enough that, upon seeing the initial results, Uncle Walt asked the filmmakers to shoot more scenes in which Mills played opposite herself. --Mark Englehart

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HALLEY MILLS.......2007-07-21

HAYLEY MILLS IS GREAT,I'VE LOVED HER AND HER MOVIES SINCE I WAS A CHILD.
HER SISTER IS GREAT TOO (JULIET MILLS) PASSIONS NBC

Ultimate Disney Classic.......2007-07-07

Hayley Mills, Hayley Mills, Brian Keith and Maureen O'Hara. Need I say more? This movie is pretty much flawless. I was so thrilled when Disney put this out on DVD. I have watched it numerous times since purchasing it from Amazon and I am never disappointed.

OLD FAVORITE DISNEY GREAT CAST!.......2007-04-12

This has always been one of my favorite Disney live action films. Haley Mills does a good job with her double duty and O'Hara and Keith are excellent as always. The Vault Collection version is a worthy puchase, sure they could have cleaned up the print more,but it looks pretty good and there are lots of extras. Disney has been guilty of not doing there films justice anyway. Other than a few of the animated gems, they have release sub par fullscreen and dirty prints for years.

Comparative Review Original to Newer Double Trouble Version.......2006-12-28

Have seen both versions of Parent Trap and both are excellent. For a first time viewer would recommend the newer 1998 Double Trouble version for first viewing with the original also recommended for second viewing. First because as an adult watching both movies I found the tension between the parents more interesting and believable in the Double Trouble version and second because the print quality of the newer Double Trouble version is/was superior to the vault version of the original. The contrast of print quality is striking because Disney restored the vault version of Pollyanna also starring Hayley Mills and it looks brand new with sharp images, excellent color and a print that is not faded at all whereas the vault version of the original Parent Trap does not have as sharp images, has darkened slightly and the color while good is clearly not of the same quality as the restored Pollyanna vault version. The acting in both Parent Trap versions is excellent including both Hayley Mills and Lindsay Lohan. So would recommend Double Trouble version for first viewing and if you get hooked as I did going for the original version second. The Vault version is loaded with extras, so for me I am glad to have both versions.

Hate to Say It - But Liked the New One Much Better.......2006-11-04

I know that I'm going against the grain here after having read all of the 5 star reviews, but I just recently re-watched the original from the beginning after many, many years. What is amazing to me is how many vices are present in this movie. We always seem to refer to the 50's and 60's as the innocent years, but I was surprised to see the 'smoking' grandfather, the 'drinking' minister and the amount of yelling and screaming that went on between Mitch and Maggie. What I found the most disturbing was the face slap by Vickie at the end of the movie. You really don't see any of these things in the newer version and for my childen's sake, I'm glad. I have always liked both Hayley Mills and Maureen O'Hara and they are really terrific in this movie. Brian Keith is his usual self - I've never been very impressed with his acting abilities. Overall, I'm a much bigger Dennis Quaid fan and thought he played the part of the father very well - a much more touching version.

One thing that I did discover, which I thought was very clever on Disney's part was casting Joanna Barnes, who plays Vicky in the original, as Vicky Blake, Meredith's mother in the remake. Her use of the word 'pet' in both movies is what made me think it might be the same actress and sure enough, it is! Maybe everyone else realized this, but I did not. Bravo Disney.

I still think this is a classic Disney movie, but after having seen both of them recently again, my vote is for the newer version.

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See it Several Times
It should be better
this comedy only goes so far and then it drops.
Most Best movie EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Not your every day ordinary comedy

Scorched
Starring: Rondi Bryson , John Cleese , Rachael Leigh Cook , Paulo Costanzo , and Giovanna D'Agnello
Manufacturer: 20th Century Fox
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ASIN: B0000TPAGK
Release Date: 2004-01-27

Description

There bank tellers. One goal: knock the place over. Each has their own idea. Sheila (Silverstone) wants to break into the ATM. Stuart plans to "borrow" some money for the weekend and head to Vegas. And woods (Harrelson) has a scheme involving a duck, a dog, and a safety deposit box. The ultimate inside jobs, plotted by three people with nothingto lose.

Customer Reviews:

See it Several Times.......2007-02-08

I loved this movie! The plot was pretty simple but the quirkiness made it really keep my interest. Note, for example, the shirts worn by the boy with the plane and Doleman. And what to heck is that on the boy's face? Also, watch Doleman's face during the opening credits. And watch the two "Monday" bank scenes closely. Notice any differences? Why was that scene filmed twice (other than the different character perspectives)? Oh yeah, see if anything strikes you as odd about the rubber arrow on Charles Merchant's face during his infomercial. These and other oddities that aren't tied to the plot make it clear that the director/writers/actors enjoyed making the movie which makes it fun to watch. I'd love to know where it was filmed and how accurate the bank temperature display was! It said 94 in the morning and 112 in the afternoon. Details that seem trivial are rarely in a film by accident so the quirks in this film help make it worth seeing a few times.

It should be better.......2006-06-05

Rachel Leigh Cook looks hot. Alicia Silverstone looks hot. Neither acts well.

Woody Harrelson desecrates his otherwise hilarious comedic record that produced gems like "White Men Can't Jump" and "Kingpin".

John Cleese, oh John Cleese, how could you stoop so low? From Monty Python to this?

With two hotties and two good actors, I really expected much more. Disappointment, oh how you taunt me.

Basically this is a movie about three borderline retarded people who are trying to rob the bank in which they work. Each one has an idiotic plan that is slightly more ingenious than eating paste.

If it weren't for the lesbian scene between Cook and Silverstone, the one that involves every ingredient from the Waffle Housee smothered, covered, diced, and chopped hash browns, it would be unwatchable. Of course, I just imagined that part to make the movie slightly tolerable.

In the end each viewer will eventually feel scorched, as in herpes, and dirty for watching a movie that serves a massive turd in the career punchbowl of all actors involved.

this comedy only goes so far and then it drops........2005-05-12

3 working bank tellers, played by Alicia Silverstone (Excess Baggage, Clueless), Paul Costanzo (Tv's Joey, Road Trip) and Woody Harrelson (Tv's Cheers, She Hate Me), plan on robbing the bank that they work at. The movie begins on the day that the cops show up at the bank and then we rewind the week back into the 3 tellers lives and we see why they want to rob the bank. So, they all do it and when they get back the boss, played by Joshua Leonard (The Blair With Project, Deuces Wild) tells them they've been robbed from the ATM by some punks and then he brings the 3 tellers in his office to give them a promotion but they all deny it and quit. John Cleese (Monty Python member, Rat Race) only had one funny moment in this movie and that's the scene where he's checking his dog for a key and he puts a big sushi knife up to the dog but other then that, Cleese is totally wasted. Rachael Leigh Cook (She's All That, AntiTrust) and Jeffrey Tambor (Hellboy, Tv's Arrested Development) also star. The cast try their best to keep the movie funny interesting but the movie is sub-par and not that interesting when it gets to the final frame. The movie is Scorched, just like the title says.

Most Best movie EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2005-03-30

I saw in my little hunting lodge in VT and it is a great movie. I laughed really hard at some points.

Not your every day ordinary comedy.......2004-09-15

If you are accustomed to commonplace punch line/situation comedy you will be amazed how casually yet successfully this movie managed to deliver its slings and arrows of outrageous comedic sense to audience.
With a spectacular cast and hilarious development of plots, each carefully crafted next-door character hoans its own idea of personal vendetta while driving towards a seemingly fiascic stage where all gets tangled up in their web of outlandish karma.
With unique arrays of pleasant soundtrack, and bits and pieces of humorous touch, this movie is classic in its own way and certainly refreshing in its comedic entertainment.

Weezer - Video Capture Device: Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002

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Awesome video
'THE' DVD for Weezer fans
Definetly a Treasure! (4 1/2 stars)
Absolutely the best DVD, worth every penny
The definitive =w=

Weezer - Video Capture Device: Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002
Starring: Weezer
Manufacturer: Geffen Records
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B0001KL4HM
Release Date: 2004-03-23

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Awesome video.......2007-06-12

This video is a must have for any Weezer fan. It gives you a look at the band from before they signed, up to the tour for Maladroit. The real jewels for this video are the Pinkerton sessions, where you hear portions of rehearsals for gems like "I Just Threw Out The Love of My Dreams" and the long sought after "Superfriend" (come on guys, you've GOT to re-record this one, it's that good).

Get this video, you won't be disappointed.

'THE' DVD for Weezer fans.......2006-03-27

All the videos you'd want and more. Great quality. A must for any Weezer fan to enjoy.

Definetly a Treasure! (4 1/2 stars).......2006-01-17

When reading the back and the paper inside the box about the Video Capture Device, I thought that Weezer had been ripped off. I mean, they put so much stuff in, like all the videos, interviews, live performances, and making of the records, and I just bought it all for $14. When I watched it, I loved it. But I could have done without all the home movies and the making of things; they are mostly watching Weezer mess around, and the picture quality isn't that great in them. But the music videos are awesome. Especially the Happy Days clip for Buddy Holly, the Muppet performance Keep Fishin, and I don't know why but I really liked the one for El Scorcho (which apparantly in the commentary the rest of the band hated). Its also cool in the ones for Dope Nose and Slob that Rivers Cuomo (the frontman) has a beard.

So its not a perfect dvd but its great. They could have also put Rivers in the commentary.

Absolutely the best DVD, worth every penny.......2005-11-28

If you are a Weezer fan of any kind, this is the DVD for you, I promise. The first time I saw the DVD, I thought the endless amount of videos and music were incredible. This is truly the epitome of a good "band DVD", none of that unauthorized bull. If you love Weezer, this is definitely worth your time and money.

The definitive =w=.......2005-09-30

This is a DVD that will appeal to diehard and casual Weezer fans alike, whether you've been rocking with them for the better part of a decade or are have just discovered them, all can appreciate the contents of this disk. The videos are something to treasure in their own right but it also contains the making of the albums, rare concert footage, and biographys. The live acoustic version of "Pink Triangle" is worth the $10 bucks alone. Enjoy friends.

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Bob Weir's cut-off short-shorts will make you turn away...
Great set list
But - I miss the Dylan sets!
Fine Summer 87 presentations
BUMMER!

Grateful Dead - View from the Vault IV
Starring: Grateful Dead , and Jerry Garcia
Manufacturer: Monterey Video
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ASIN: B00008H2EL
Release Date: 2003-04-08

Product Description

Oakland Stadium - Oakland, CA - July 24th, 1987

First Set
Funiculi Funicula
Jack Straw >
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
My Brother Esau
When Push Comes To Shove
Far From Me
Cassidy >
Deal

Second Set
Hell In A Bucket >
Scarlet Begonias
Playing In The Band >
Drums > Space >
Uncle John s Band >
Dear Mr. Fantasy >
I Need A Miracle >
Bertha >
Sugar Magnolia

First Set
Iko Iko
New Minglewood Blues
Tons Of Steel
West L.A. Fadeaway
When I Paint My Masterpiece >
Mexicali Blues
Bird Song >
Promised Land

Second Set
Shakedown Street >
Looks Like Rain >
Terrapin Station >
Drums > Space >
The Other One >
Stella Blue >
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away

Format: DVD VIDEO

Customer Reviews:

Bob Weir's cut-off short-shorts will make you turn away... .......2007-08-24

Seriously, the music is great. Like others, I could do without the weirdo special effects, but I can live with them. But those shorts .. my God, it's like watching a gay porno. They're hideous. And it's two shows, two nights apart. Through the first one I kept thinking "well, the second show will be fine because he won't have on those shorts." But.. lo and behold, he wore the same damn ugly shorts for both shows! The best moment has to be right at first when Weir is having trouble tuning his guitar. He's been a professional musician for 20 years at that point, and he can't tune his guitar. Then he acts like it's the tuner's fault and gives it a heave. Meanwhile, Jerry is laughing at him. Of course, we don't really know if he's laughing at Weir's ineptitude or because of those silly damn shorts he's wearing...

Great set list.......2006-07-10

The 87 summer tour (six cities)was mostly played in large outdoor stadiums, which I believe was a first for the Dead. This tour followed up their only top ten hit Touch of Grey, and so they got a little more limelight, so to speak.

With that being said, the Oakland set list is comprised of some of my favorite songs and Brent locks it down with an awesome Dear Mr. Fantasy.

The Anaheim show again shows signs of the fact Dylan was touring with them with a nice Masterpiece.

The second set was on fire - but how can you go wrong with no break in the music, all the songs were played "into" one another, and for the most part - played real tight. The Throwing Stones (which was generally kind of walked through so often) was played with vigor and they end with a great ending song, Not Fade away.

The special effects were not added, they simply mimicked what was on the projection screens. My only gripe is those ugly tight shorts Bobby loved to wear are omnipresent again. And does anyone really like seeing the Dead in such a large stadium. They really seem disconnected from the crowd, which is a shame with such a great show. Place this show in a more intimate setting and this becomes a classic.

The one aspect that makes this DVD worth owning is the stellar performance of Brent. Watch his eyes and jaw and see if you can "name that drug" that he was on.

But - I miss the Dylan sets!.......2006-06-12

The Oakland show was my second Dead show. I got "on the bus" in Eugene - went to see Bob Dylan, LOVED the live Dead experience. Too bad they couldn't get clearance to put the third sets and encores with Dylan on these concerts (of course, then they would probably be two separate releases).

Memories -

"doses - get your ice cold doses!"

Bobby going nuts on "Hell in a Bucket"
- "least I'm enjoyin' the ride!"

The low-budget special effects on the Oakland A's big Jumbotron behind the stage - the colors would change, and I would change them back in my head.

A woman having a bummer trip in front of me on the ground - tore my heart out!

Frisbee in the parking lot for hours after the show.

The eyeball rolling back and forth across the dashboard of our vehicle as we drove south to where we were crashing - with the California Highway Patrol following us for a few miles before passing us by.

Fine Summer 87 presentations.......2006-01-01

This is a superb show from 1987 ( 2 shows ) that remind me of the wonderful privilige of seeing a ' good ' dead show. Because sometimes they were lacking energy.

Objectively I lived in the US for 16 years, saw 6 GD shows ( still own ) 1000 + hrs of their music on dat format. And saw and taped 17 Further festival / other ones shows between 96 & 98. I think the 98 tour was the best I ve seen / heard and did justice to what we the fans, needed to see and hear at that particular moment of GD history.

Back to this video; I m glad we got two shows on it. There is not one song that is below standard or doubtful ( in its delivery ). The first show - Oakland - is fantastic, but the second - Anaheim - just kicks a**, as we get a pre drums treatment that happenned a few times per year: Shakedown > LL Rain > Terrapin St. The post production remastering comes in nicely here, as we get what I would play for anyone to turn onto this band.

It also makes me remember excellent moments live that I experienced. Like on 23.07.94 at Soldier field. The fantastic Lucy in the sky, followed by a one of a kind Playin > Terrapin'. Being a christian, I have to share with you that we on earth receive spiritual blessings by our father ( god ). And on that night in Chicago in 94, we got some good spiritual blessings because the Lucy in the sky, and Playin > Terrapin were out of sight ( other worldly ). And if anyone reading here was there, you can maybe recall the image of Jesus that was flashed on the screens when the band was in the middle of a beautiful jam in Cassidy; which was washed by a gorgeous green light show with trees and really cool stuff = ) You re probably thinking, ' This guy remembers well that night '. Well, good Grateful Dead shows were always remembered with extremely positive opinions

So, to GD Productions..How about releasing 23.07.94 or 21.07 Deer Creek, which were mi first and second shows. At least one them = )

Additionally, how about some good 86, 85, or 84 shows that may have intriguing video feeds. 29.07.88 Laguna seca would be a good dvd. 15.06.85 ( !! ) Greeks. 20.08.87 Park city, UT,

Frost Amp. 27.04.85

Cheers

BUMMER!.......2005-06-02

Hey, like you know, there's too much psychedelic swirls and color fuzzy negatives, along with delayed and staggered visuals, and like, man, I can't get to "see" the Dead let alone be distracted by these visual effects, man! I don't need to drag out the bong for this one, man. Hey, like what's happenin' man? Who put the stash in the DVD player and lit it?

Seriously folks, there's too much effort put into this one regarding visual effects rather than more effort to focus on the Dead and its music. Good choice of songs, good performances, but WHY WHY WHY - do we need all of that visual stuff? It sort of spoils it!

I've reviewed a few Dead media (Books, tapes, and DVDs - look em up if you liked this one!) and most of them very favorably - now that might sound kind of slanted, but here we have a DVD that is way beyond the pale regarding special effects. C'mon guys, enough of the eye candy, huh?!!

Hidden Hollywood, Vol. 2 - More Treasures from the 20th Century Fox Vaults

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TWO GREAT CARMEN MIRANDA OUTTAKES!
More jigsaw pieces .... and better
...even more fun than the first Hidden Hollywood....

Hidden Hollywood, Vol. 2 - More Treasures from the 20th Century Fox Vaults
Starring: Joan Collins , Ginger Rogers , Robert Wagner , Anthony Slide , and Phil Baker
Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
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ASIN: B00005Y6YX
Release Date: 2002-03-05

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Comedy is king in this second collection of outtakes from the Fox studio vaults. Some former vaudevillians are captured in rare clips, including behind-the-scenes footage of Buster Keaton instructing Alice Faye in the proper method for taking a cream pie in the face. W.C. Fields holds court in a legendary sequence from Tales of Manhattan, cut from the film's release but restored here to something like its original shape (alternate takes show Fields's incorrigible genius for improvising). Danny Kaye shines in a brilliant bit from On the Riviera, parodying an off-key singer manhandling "Begin the Beguine." The musical numbers tend to be so-so, with the notable exception of the Nicholas Brothers tearing through an athletic dance routine in a harem. Skating enthusiasts will welcome the footage of Sonja Henie, whose somewhat mysterious popularity is examined. The spectacle of Victor Mature as a singing star is mercifully (and amusingly) brief. --Robert Horton

Description

See a cavalcade of legendary actors and actresses at the top of their form in this stunning collection of rare musical and comedy sequences excised from classic Fox films! The history behind each deleted sequence blends with fascinating interviews, recently discovered dailies, and rare archival footage and stills to offer a comprehensive story of Hollywood's Golden Age! Includes: W.C. Fields, Margaret Dumont and Phil Silvers in the 13 minute restored comedy sequence from "Tales of Manhattan;"