- Format: PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: U
- Studio: Uca
- DVD Release Date: 19 Nov 2007
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000WM9WP0
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 93,058 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Welcome to Grouchland, USA, place of a thousand stenches. This is where everyone's favourite red monster winds up when he stars in his first feature film, The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland. Elmo learns a lesson when he refuses to share his blanket with his best friend, Zoe, then loses it in Oscar's can, where it goes all the way to Grouchland. There the beloved blanket winds up in the clutches of the greediest man alive, Huxley (played by Mandy Patinkin), and Elmo has to venture alone to Huxley's lair to get it back. The Sesame Street gang follows Elmo but ends up in the Grouchland jail. Fortunately, whenever things start looking too bleak, our hosts Ernie and Bert stop the film and offer reassurance. There are also numerous opportunities for audience participation (canned kids' voices will prevent parents from feeling too silly when viewing at home). This 73-minute film has plenty to entertain the youngsters as well as details and inside jokes for parents. And of course there are marvellous animated effects--although seeing Elmo dance in 1999 isn't quite as remarkable as it was to see Kermit ride a bicycle in 1977's The Muppet Movie. The songs are fun and bouncy, and veteran performers Patinkin and Vanessa Williams (as the Queen of Trash) contribute their exceptional talent. The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland was conceived as a film kids could see in the cinema; in the safe environs of home, it's good fun for anyone over the age of two, or even younger in small doses. --David Horiuchi, Amazon.com
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Never let it be said that I've forgotten the way to Sesame Street. It had been quite a while since my last visit, but it was great to see all of the familiar faces again: Bert & Ernie, The Count, Grover, Oscar, Big Bird, etc. I was rather surprised to see that some of the human actors I remember are still Sesame Street regulars, as well. Then there's Elmo. Up until now, I only knew Elmo from all the commercials for Elmo-related products, so it was good to finally see just what all the fuss has been about. He's a cool little monster, and it's easy to see how he has become so popular with the youngsters; I especially love the way he always refers to himself in the third person. I also was gratified to find out just what lies inside and beneath Oscar's garbage can after all these years. Throw in some music and dancing as well as a couple of notable guest appearances, and you've got yourself a movie I really enjoyed.
Elmo really loves his blanket, and he could never bear to part with it. He loves it so much that he doesn't want to share it, even for a few minutes, with one of his little friends. About this time, a series of humorous mishaps occur to land Blanket (it's essentially a character rather than an object) inside Oscar's garbage can. Elmo dives it to get it, only to be transported (along with Blanket) to Grouchland. This is a strange new world for Elmo, a place where you aren't supposed to ask for help or be kind to others. Elmo's beloved blanket ends up in the hands of the mean and greedy Huxley (Mandy Patinkin), a man who lives by the creed "Whatever I touch is mine." In order to get to Huxley's house and reclaim what is his, Elmo must overcome a number of challenges placed in his way and must even pass the ultimate challenge of the Queen of Garbage (Vanessa Williams). There is of course a message to the whole story, with children (and adults) seeing why it is important to share what you have rather than be greedy.
I'm not sure I would have wanted to see The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland at the theatre, but youngsters would surely have loved such an experience. Elmo asks the audience for help on several occasions, so parents should be prepared for having their kids yell out helpful words and sounds from time to time (FYI - I wouldn't recommend sitting directly in front of your children during the Queen of Trash sequence). Parents also shouldn't worry too much about children becoming too upset over Elmo's misfortunes. Whenever things start to look bad, Bert comes out and has the movie stopped and Ernie explains to him that there's still time for a happy ending.
I have to say I really loved this movie. It is funny, the musical scenes are quite good, and I can't get enough of seeing Elmo getting down with his bad self. This movie has everything that makes Sesame Street so great, and now I'm wishing I would have bought the DVD instead of just renting it.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
If my own 2 year old Daughter was this films critic, She would give it 11 out of 10. This is a movie that has definite value for money. The music, dialog, and general concept is of a nature that can keep young children enthralled for hours, and have them keep coming back to watch it again. On top of all that, a parent can sit down with the kids and watch and enjoy this as much as the kids do. I would recomend Elmo's adventures in Grouchland to anyone with young children.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Well my 2 year old son was glued to the screen and so was his mother (who's 35 years old) both laughed all the way through.
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I love this dvd !
i bought it for my 3 years old son, my daughter had it in italian when she was about the same age. It give values and fun at the same time....very nice!
Published 9 months ago by gaby
o.k. but not the best
my sons love elmo but don't really like this dvd for some reason. its fine but just not as entertaining as some of the other elmo titles.
Published 17 months ago by micheller
Melmo!
My son is 18 months old and he loves this film. As soon as he walks into the living room he asks for 'Melmo' over and over again until I finally give in and put it on. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Faye Belle
great
my 22 month old little girl absolutely loves this, im gona have to buy another one soon cus she likes it so much its getting worn out, she has become elmo crazy, xx
Published 19 months ago by bumble
scary for some
My little boy cannot watch this through without beeing scared. He is now 2 and a half and we tried to get him to watch it again, but with no success one thing or another he will... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Michela B
Take care - may teach your young toddler the wrong message!
We bought this on the basis of other good reviews, and it's a well-made movie. Our toddler of nearly two did love it (though the adults watching with him found the shrill voices a... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Bramblehead
Perfect family entertainment
Very nice film. Good entertaiment for the whole family. For us as Germans also a chance to improve ones English because it is not that difficult and you can read the subtitles.
Published 24 months ago by K. Ruether
I LOVE Elmo!
My Daughter LOVES Elmo, I may go as far as saying Elmo obsessed! When she wakes up she asks to watch Elmo (she is only 23 months old! Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2010 by G. Read
GOOD FOR YOUNG AND OLD
This film is very funny and my 20 month old grandaughter loves the beginning of the film especially, as elmo wakes up and begins to looks for his blanket.
Published on 6 Feb 2010 by suzy
Fantastic
My 17 month old little boy, loves this elmo dvd, he would quite happily watch it over and over again if i let him. He also loves to dance along to all the songs! Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2009 by D. Cottrell
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