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Not the egregious foul it seemed to be in cinemas, Hercules stands up as an entertaining spritzer of an animated feature. The continual peppering of in-jokes and cultural references becomes less irksome on video. That there's no majesty or awe invested in the beloved Greek legends also seems less of an error. Also on the plus side is the bounciest Alan Menken music since Little Shop of Horrors. With Zeus's blood in his veins, young Hercules's amazing strength makes him an outcast (sorry, that still doesn't scan), so he trains with a satyr named Phil to become a hero. Along the way Herc meets Meg, a common mortal who falls hard for him. They're both against the jocular Hades, who has to destroy Hercules to take over Olympus. The hydra is the computer-animated set piece for this little number, a no-chance attempt to beat that wildebeest herd from The Lion King. --Keith Simanton
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Hercules is a rollicking, tongue-in-cheek Disney film based on the Greek myth. Forget those legendary labours--this teenage Herc is the goofy and lovable adopted scion of mortal parents, toiling on earth to prove himself to Zeus, his Olympian dad. His demi-god gifts score him money, fame, and product endorsements, but he can't attain full deity (or "True Hero") status--and defeat a jealous Hades--without the help of his satyr friend, Phil, and the true love of beautiful Megara. This entertaining animated fantasy features the voices of Tate Donovan, Danny DeVito, James Woods, and more.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Bunnyshed
Format:DVD
For the young, or simply the young at heart, the coming of Disney classics to DVD is something that is eagerly anticipated - and in this respect Hercules is no exception. In the spirit of Disney, the typical inaccuracies can be overlooked during an action-packed adventure. This movie is worth it alone for the hilarious antics of Pain and Panic, along with the stylish villany of Hades. A not-your-typical Disney heroine is also to be celebrated in the form of Meg. All this coupled with the usual Disney package of great tunes and brilliant animation makes this a classic to make any Disney fans' collection complete!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
A fantastic DVD set, with perfect picture quality (unlike any of the other Playback versions) and sharp sound quality. This DVD set contains all five of the Hercules movies, and three Hercules episodes. It also includes a 75-minute featurette The Men Behind The Myth, featuring interviews with star Kevin Sorbo and director Bill Norton and audio commentary with Kevin Sorbo & Michael Hurst. This is much better then the previous releases of the Playback versions of Hercules, and I do hope that they release Part 2 of this box set (By Anchor Bay) in region 2 format.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
The suspect animation in this Disney movie is soon forgotten as you start to believe that slapstick is the order of the day - or so critics would have you believe.
Having produced film after film of 'classics' like Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid, Disney dared to be different with this installment and it has clearly paid off. The film launches into song, in a colourful introduction by the feisty Fates, who guide you throughout the story, providing helpful and sardonically amusing recaps at times when you're just about to lose the plot.
The villian, Hades, is a sarcastic, Hollywood-style baddie, a role that would be out of place in Disney films normally but which fits in a treat here.
The story is a touch optimistic, stretching to the boundaries of credibility to accommodate a group of nasty giants to add a punch at the end, and a family of pink and purple Gods living on Mount Olympus.
The music is the movie's jewel in the crown - every song is a winner, every lyric is memorable, and they carry an energy to them that propels the film along and makes the characters even more interesting.
Where Disney really pulls no punches, however, is in the heart of this film. The story, from start to finish, is a touching, often moving one, a mixture of fantasy action and love, which never becomes too sentimental or sickly sweet...though they might try and paint over it with trendy animation and upbeat characters, Disney's well earned success is still with the kind of stories which touch the heart, and this one does just that.
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A favourite
this is my sons favourite film all time - he's 20 now and still loves it and wanted it for Easter lol
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. B. K. Milner
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Great service and love this film
Bought for teenage daughter but love the film myself - great songs, humour and enjoyable storyline. The old Disney animations may not have the slickness of Pixar but they do have a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Arkgirl
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The DVD doesn't work
Although this is my favorite disney film and I know all the words, it would still be nice to have the audio on the DVD, call me old fashioned. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Tash Chambers
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I watched this film for the first time with my partner (it was his favorite growing up) and I LOVED IT. Very funny and I would highly recommend it.
Published 1 month ago by Ninoo
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Great movie
My two girls aged 3 and 5 love the movie.. there's a hero and a princess to rescue, some bad guys to fight.. songs to sing and dance to.. what else to wish for?
Published 2 months ago by Petra
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Disney films
I purchased this film as a collection for my son and it arrived early and works well and the cover is good
Published 2 months ago by Mrs S. A. Jones
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Great Animation
Great animation, Great Music and songs. Clevery designed characters add to a very enjoyable movie. Well worth buying and watching.
Published 2 months ago by John
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Hercules
Another Great Animated Movie from Disney, it was there 35th if i remember correctly. its a good film i loved it, its not just for kids any age will love this film. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Adrian Holland
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Great film
This one of our favourites and I am gradualy replaceing all of our old video's so watched it straight away great film.
Published 2 months ago by Gail
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To be honest it's not my most favourite Disney! Was really looking forward to watching it with my grandson but even he was bored with it after a short while!
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. Jane Mowbray
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