- Format: PAL
- Language English
- Subtitles: English
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: U
- Studio: 2 Entertain Video
- DVD Release Date: 24 Nov 2003
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B0000D1EY7
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 58,042 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Robbie the Reindeer is as short as many of the made-for-TV classics that have preceded it. However, so much action, zippy dialogue and witty visual puns have been packed into its 29-minute running time that you'd swear it was longer. The content of the film, like many new animations and cartoons, is geared slightly in favour of older audiences, because of its sexual innuendos and adult comedy, but the kids will love the slapstick comedy and loveable characters. Robbie's father is another stop-motion favourite, Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and pop is keen to see his loveable--but lazy--son follow in his famous hoof prints. The adult theme continues in the shape of the storyline, which was actually inspired more by Rocky than by Rudolph. As in Rocky, there's a supportive female (Donner) and a crusty trainer (Old Jingle). Together they help Robbie get in shape for the Reindeer Games, where he'll have the chance to show Santa whether he has the right stuff or not. Fans of Aardman Animations should appreciate the detailed animation and clever humour. The cream of Britain's comic crop provides the voices, including Jane Horrocks as Donner. Robbie Williams narrates the story, and Mark Knopfler provides the music. --Kathleen C Fennessy, Amazon.com
Special Features
Hooves of Fire
- Behind the scenes
- Animated storyboards
- Director’s Commentary
- Cast and Writer biographies
Legend of the Lost Tribe
- Behind the scenes
- Time lapse footage
- Director’s Commentary
- Director interview
DVD Technical Information:
- Language: English
- Subtitles: English SDH
- Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo
- Region Code: 2/4
- Disc Format: DVD-9
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Running Time: 58 minutes approx.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Coldchester, north of the northlands,
By BH&the Ps (Maidenhead) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Robbie The Reindeer Collector's Edition - Hooves of Fire/Legend of the Lost Tribe [DVD] (DVD)
Hey Robbie ...
Like Christmas itself this has become a feature in our household, with my 10 and 4 years olds unable to get enough of Robbie, Santa (whose a fashion victim, and the other brilliantly created characters. I personally like the Des Lynham / Alan Hansen impressions as they cover the 'Reindeer games' - sponsored by Hay. Its also written on two levels (for kids and adults) so the puns can be enjoyed by oldies and the young ones. We watch it all year round and my advice would be to just buy it, watch it and enjoy - you pick up different things each time you watch it. The (not so) cameo from Robbie Williams is fun aswell.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Its great,
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This review is from: Robbie The Reindeer Collector's Edition - Hooves of Fire/Legend of the Lost Tribe [DVD] (DVD)
if you missed this fantastic series (granted only 2 episodes) on tv, now is your chance to make amends. Its voiced by many famous actors, among the bunch Bubbles from Ab Fab, and Alistair McGowan. The second episode is better, but the first is still a gem.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
As entertaining as Wallace and Grommit any day!,
By A Customer
If you enjoy Wallace and Grommit then give this video a try. An entertaining and well made animation film. Enjoyable at anytime of the year but excellent at Christmas. An added bonus for Robbie Williams fans of his rendition of come fly with me.An excellent buy for young and old alike.
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