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Though it's not in the same league as the classic screen musicals, Annie's heartwarming rags-to-riches storyline, social comment (shallow as it may be) and catchy songs make for an entertaining and unpretentious 90 minutes' viewing. Aileen Quinn is the irrepressible titular orphan, by no means as irritating as she looks in the cover picture; Albert Finney is Oliver Warbucks, the tyrannical tycoon (with a hidden heart of gold, of course) who adopts her for a week in the interests of good PR. The real show-stopper, though, is Carol Burnett as the gin-soaked harpy Miss Hannigan, ruling with an iron fist over an orphanage full of unruly girls, flirting with every man in sight and eventually scheming with her unscrupulous brother (Tim Curry) to kidnap Annie and reap a fat Warbucks reward cheque. While the songs--including "Tomorrow", "You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile" and "It's a Hard Knock Life"--are excellent, the kids' voices are shrill and the production pretty low-rent: Annie is very obviously a stage show brought to screen on a low budget. But while it lacks the polish that make the Rodgers and Hammerstein and Lerner and Loewe musicals so special, it's funny and sweet and has a rough charm all its own.
On the DVD: The film is presented in widescreen, preserving its original 2.35:1 aspect, and is enhanced for 16:9 widescreen TVs; the soundtrack is Dolby surround, though as noted above the music score is relatively rough and ready so top-notch sound isn't actually as important as it would be in other musicals. The extras are pretty disappointing--an uninspired interactive menu features only the obligatory multi-language subtitles, (very) short biographies of the key cast members, a few publicity cards and posters, the theatrical trailer and--most interestingly--an isolated musical score. No commentary from director John Huston, no documentaries, nothing about the 1930s cartoon strip that was, apparently, one of the most popular of its day. There's actually more information in the accompanying booklet than there is on the disc. --Rikki Price
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The irresistable orphan of comic-strip and box office fame comes to life in this acclaimed musical production. In her search for her true parents, Annie has many adventures and encounters a number of colourful characters.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
With songs such as Hard Knock Life, You're Never Fully Dressed (without a smile) and Let's Go to the Movies, 'Annie' is sure to put a smile on your face. The story is well known... little orphan Annie is living in a 1920's orphanage in New York, run by the drunken tyrant Miss Hannigan. Local millionaire Oliver Warbucks invites an orphan to stay at his mansion for a week as a humanitarian gesture (in other words to get good publicity) and yes, our friend Annie is the lucky thing that stays there and proceeds to win his heart. However Annie's heart lies with finding her real parents, which prompts Miss Hannigan and her brother Rooster into forming a dastardly plan which is set to tear Annie and Daddy Warbucks apart...
This is an uplifting and heart-warming film which should delight children and adults alike. A worthy addition to any DVD collection, should this kind of film be your cup of tea.
This is an uplifting and heart-warming film which should delight children and adults alike. A worthy addition to any DVD collection, should this kind of film be your cup of tea.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Annie was a film that I had enjoyed right throughout my young years, to the extent that I had worn out three VHS tapes of the show. I love this film to to this day and always felt it emanated a feeling of warmth and security into a childs heart, with the unknowing contrast of a child who is comfortable in a well off society to that of the lives of little Annie, Molly and Duffy. This production allowed me as a child to see the poorer side of life, not in a frightened manner but one which could be filled with ones own happiness.
A truly delightful film for all to watch, it touched my heart then and continues to. The songs are great too, my favorite being Maybe, the thoughts of an orphans dream of meeting her parents. I love it!!!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
This has been my most favourite film ever since I first watched it at the age of about four. It's great for children and adults and I can guarantee you will soon be humming along to the tunes! Most suited to children from the ages of 4-10. Don't delay buy this video today!
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the dvd worked fine, i have nothing wrong/bad to report on the subject. so peace. i would recomend to friends
Published 16 days ago by elsa123
I want to see this floor shine like the top of the Chrysler Building!
This is a gift for my 5 year old daughter who is absolutely obsessed with Annie. She walks around the house hollering out 'Tomorrow' and 'Hard Knock Life'. Read more
Published 19 days ago by subject2status
Annie dvd
I bought this dvd as a present for my granddaughter.She has enjoyed it very much and it seems to be good value at this price
Published 1 month ago by royston
Very enjoyable film
I bought this for my two 7-year-old granddaughters and they absolutely love it. It's good family entertainment and in fact it's better if an adult watches at the same time as... Read more
Published 1 month ago by safarijean
Annie
OMG I loved this film as a kid and now I am 24 I still love it and I don't think that will ever change. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Annamarie
great film for all the family
this is a great film for all the family to watch, the storylines are good and the songs are really catchy
Published 2 months ago by crankycow
Annie - absolutely fantastic!!!!
Fantastic film, my eight year old daughter loved it!!! she couldn't take her eyes off it!! Loved every minute and has watched it over and over again and now knows all the words to... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Susan
"Tomorrow, Tomorrow, I luv ya tomorrow ..... arrrgggghhhhh!!!!!!
This Annie DVD was a present for my daughter ..... now regretting it as I have got all the songs going round in my head where she keeps singing them ............. Read more
Published 3 months ago by JayCeeBee21
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Would just like to say that I enjoyed the film as I did when I watched on TV. Thank You
Published 5 months ago by W. Taplin
Annie
Bought for my daughter who is playing Annie in a school concert, very valuable asset. Much better than later version that we also purchased. You simply cannot beat original films.
Published 5 months ago by B. Fleming
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