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This Alan Seymour dramatisation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was originally broadcast as a BBC series in 1988. Edited here to feature length, it's simply superb. Whether you take CS Lewis's unsubtle Christian symbolism on board or not, the fact remains that the cycle of Narnia novels, of which The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was the first, are among the best children's fantasy stories of all time. For anyone who spent their formative years on Mars, the story concerns four children who find their way into a magical land benevolently ruled by the mystical lion, Aslan (voiced by Ronald Pickup, no less). Aslan has been deposed by the evil White Witch (played wonderfully by a screechingly camp Barbara Kellerman) who has cast all of Narnia into perpetual winter and whose eventual defeat entails a fearful sacrifice.
While the special effects are firmly of the Doctor Who school, Lewis's writing is expertly transferred to the small screen and there are robust but credible performances from the four highly plausible young thesps who are cast in the leading roles. The perfect video for cosy family (early) evening viewing, and one which young viewers will return to again and again. --Roger Thomas
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First in the televised CS Lewis trilogy, using live action and animation to recreate the magical world of Narnia. It is a quiet sort of day in the English countryside when Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy stumble through the back of an old wardrobe into the enchanted land of Narnia and embark on an extraordinary adventure. When the White Witch learns of their presence, their lives are in danger, but there is talk that Aslan is on the move.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
As a child I adored the chronicles of Narnia. I literally read the ink off the pages. Imagine my pure delieght at this most glorious interpretation.The coziness of tea with Mr.Tumnus,
the horror of the White Witch, the splendour of Aslan, Father Christmas finally arriving in the beautiful land of Narnia. Yes, indeed it was all as I had imagined.
This film is an absolute must for parents who wish to keep the magic alive in childrens imaginations. Watch it on a pre-christmas evening huddled around the fire drinking hot Chocolate.
I dare you not to enjoy it.
the horror of the White Witch, the splendour of Aslan, Father Christmas finally arriving in the beautiful land of Narnia. Yes, indeed it was all as I had imagined.
This film is an absolute must for parents who wish to keep the magic alive in childrens imaginations. Watch it on a pre-christmas evening huddled around the fire drinking hot Chocolate.
I dare you not to enjoy it.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
The Lion the witch and the wardrobe begins an incredible series of adventures from the magical lands of Narnia. The BBC have easily made a television classic here, with outstanding sets, costumes and acting of the highest quality. Barbara Kellerman is brilliant as The White Witch and if you think her performance is outstanding, buy the 4th video in the series and witness Tom Baker's incredible perfromance as Puddleglum. Buy all 4 of the videos, it is worth it!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
This production ia a classic and heart warming tale of three children who enter the world of narnia. Whats makes the production so good is the set and the presense of the characters. I first saw it when i was nine years old and recently re watched it and it still has not lost its magic
. a brilliant piece of direction and production
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Would recommend
All as described, no problems - children very happy and bargain for what it cost. Highly recommended. Very good !
Published 2 months ago by M. Kelly
4.0 out of 5 stars
I saw this when I wasn't even 4 years old yet . . .
When I saw this on tv I in 1988 I was about 2 and a half months from my 4th birthday and my sister was about 3 and from her 2nd birthday, I still remember it quite well considering... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Olive
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True to the book
An excellent adaptation - well-acted and very true to the book in tone, atmosphere and dialogue. It has aged well and it is FAR superior to the dreadful 2005 film version. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Paul Dalheim
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Back to the 80's
I remember watching this fantastic BBC series as a kid and although it lacks the glitz of the Hollywood version, it is still a great rendition of the story, with some good visual... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Puzzle crazy
3.0 out of 5 stars
Dated but still good for younger children.
Only consider if you havent seen the later version. This is after all a 1980's made for TV version. Having said that, the performances are still pretty good and perhaps less scary. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mr. N. J. Hall
4.0 out of 5 stars
A warm taste of nostalgia
My boys had just finished reading the book and I really wanted them to see the eighties version of the dramatisation. I was delighted to find the DVD and at such a good price too. Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2010 by Lulu35
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Christmas Narnia
Although the special effects now look somewhat dated, this captures the magic of the book. Wonderful story, a perfect treat for a cold afternoon. Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2010 by JanH
3.0 out of 5 stars
Meh...
Like many others, I first watched this as a child and was easily fascinated. Some years after the original TV release, it was shown again, and eventually came out on VHS. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 2010 by TC Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
I would put this on one of the top 100 videos to see before you die. The sets and costumes are great, the acting is fantastic and it is a heartwarming tale. Read more
Published on 8 May 2009 by Jane Godfrey
4.0 out of 5 stars
The BBC Glory Days - A Great Film
Every year at Primary School, our teacher would crack open this very VHS, push it in the video recorder, and we'd all sit their gazing at the old wooden-cased TV. Read more
Published on 26 Dec 2008 by TC Reviews
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