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Bedknobs And Broomsticks [DVD] [1971]

DVD ~ Angela Lansbury
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Angela Lansbury, David Tomlinson, Roddy McDowall, Sam Jaffe, John Ericson
  • Directors: Robert Stevenson
  • Writers: Bill Walsh, Don DaGradi, Mary Norton, Ralph Wright, Ted Berman
  • Producers: Bill Walsh
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English, German
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: Walt Disney Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: 22 Jul 2002
  • Run Time: 133 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005U1Y3
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 5,072 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Angela Lansbury plays a good witch who uses her powers against the Nazis in World War II and is aided by three children in the effort. This 1971 movie directed by Disney stalwart Robert Stevenson (Mary Poppins) was never up to the studio's best efforts--the music isn't all that good and the idea just doesn't quite catch on. But Lansbury, David Tomlinson and the late Roddy McDowall are good and there are some clever sequences blending animation and live action, most memorably a soccer game between the kids and some cartoon animals. --Tom Keogh


DVD Description

DVD Special Features:
Two short cartoons: "Magical Mickey" and "Trick or Treat".
A reconstruction of the deleted musical sequence "A Step in the Right Direction".
Recording the song "Portobello Road".
Bedknobs and Broomsticks Scrapbook.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Not Just For Kids, 20 Jan 2005
It's surprising that a film such as this can appeal as much to adults as children.
Perhaps it's the clever blend of a serious subject like a war being intergrated effortlessly with the magical songs, but this is one film that any age will find difficult not to enjoy.
Standout moments are, for me, the 'Portobello Road' dance sequence and the 'Substitutiary Locomotion' scene for it's comic genius.
Angela Lansbury shines as ever and every other member of the cast shines individually. In my (probably biased) opinion, one of the best Disney films ever made.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars perfection, 27 Sep 2005
By Bryan Crawford (Salzburg, Austria) - See all my reviews
As a child I grew up with the book, but found (through Amazon) the film in 2003. For someone who enjoyed for example Mary Poppins, it provides the same magic and enjoyment. Skillful combination of real acting blended with animation. Our toddler loved it, but now he's 2 years older, he likes it better!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Classic Film - Terrible Edition, 7 Dec 2008
By Top Cat "Tom" (Somewhere in England, apparently) - See all my reviews
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Another childhood favorite, Bedknobs and Broomsticks is as fascinating now as what it was when I was growing up as a child. By chance I looked on Amazon to see how expensive it was, and was amazed to see it so cheap (in comparison to other Disney classics). So as ever, it was in the basket!

Because of the sheer diversity in the plot and length of the film, I would imagine those that haven't seen this film to be deeply confused by all the talk of Witchcraft and so forth, so I'll try my best to consolidate the main themes...

It's 1940 and three young children have been evacuated to Scotland in search of a home. Grudgingly for a dashing Angela Landsbury, the kids are handed over to her, and so they must put up with the different way of life. Though they soon find out that the strange antics of this woman are because she is training to be a witch! And has been ever since signing up to a mailing list for spells and tricks. However, she fails to receive her last newsletter, and so must find the man who is head of this 'organization'. Let it be known however that this is merely the beginning...

One of the obvious talking points we always talk about with this film are the splendid animation scenes, shot quite flawlessly. In a day and age of tiresome computer graphics, it's fascinating to watch our live characters swim through a whole sea of painted drawings, and trek in a island that seems it could gape forever (thanks to the size of the massive stages used). Theirs also "that" scene were a whole army of ancient battle-dresses get up and fight the Germans... But without people inside them! As a kid, I was laughably scared of this scene because it's so darn real - even once you know how they did it, you can't fault the production and editing.

An interesting apsect of Disney films around this era is the hybrid between 70's culture and the intended WW2 theme. The haircuts of characters typically out-grown for the time.. The wierd and wacky nature of the Hastings/Medevil title sequence.. The charisma of the animals on the island, very similar to the latter Robin Hood (as is the animation). This is certainly a film you can sit down and really analyze - their are more themes going on than you actually think.

Sadly however, the 'product' in question isn't as perfect as the film. 2hrs 15mins later, I witnessed a re-edited, ADR'd (After-dubbed-recording) and poorly mastered film that most likely proves why it's so cheap in comparison to other Disney classics. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for film studio's wanting to revitalise old cans of film and presenting them, but it should be an option. The final product, in my own opinion, is too drawn out in sections where there were no need to tamper scenes. Most poorly of all, there were scenes where the voices had been over-dubbed! And on many occasions, out of sync with the lips. This is not a DVD problem - scan Google and you'll find that many, many people are voicing the same problems as myself.

Even when it was originally released, Disney shortened the film to that of it's premiere showing to make it more suitable for cinemas. I fear in these times that many kids may not have the patience to sit through such a film, which would be sad but it's a genuine reality that (dare I say it...) 'brats' enjoy - Joke-a-minute CGI movies with little human interaction.

But let it be known, the frames have all been squared off nicely which is a joy to see on a large TV, and the general cleaning up is great. I believe their was only one scene that needed computer-colorization, and that was a part of the Portobello Road dance/song sequence (which again, didn't need editing).

You're probably thinking "This is all nice, but is he being too critical?". If you've never watched this film, then do get it - No-one can deny it's a wondrous film. I just can't help but raise the issues above as someone who's watched this film hundreds of times since I was younger, so all I can suggest is if you're a "true" Disney enthusiast, consider one of their more sought after special editions. If you're not a deep analyst like moi, then consider buying this while it's cheap!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Classic children's film. Still wonderful - impossible not to join in with the singing once you've seen it a few times. Magical.
Published 1 month ago by D. Ward

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended
No problems with this purchase. Arrived in condition advertised and very promptly. Highly recommended.
Published 1 month ago by Ms. J. E. Cox

5.0 out of 5 stars THE MOST MAGICAL JOURNEY!
Anyone who criticises this film has probably forgotten their own childhood. I watched this at the Odeon cinema in Islington in the 70's when I was a kid. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Adams

4.0 out of 5 stars Bedknobs & Broomsticks DVD
Great film, I'm 21 and I still love it after watching it when I was younger :-)
Published 7 months ago by KM STONES

5.0 out of 5 stars Top film
An excellent film. One for all the family, to be be watched over and over again. A classic!
Published 9 months ago by H. Mayoh

5.0 out of 5 stars Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Great family movie for all age groups, my three year old niece was spellbound by the animation and has watched it at least a dozen times since I bought it. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Jane Ryan

5.0 out of 5 stars A Magical Film
When writing this review it's only eight days until Christmas, and at this time of year I always pick out some of my childhood favioutes to watch - its became sort of a Christmas... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Andrew Kerr

1.0 out of 5 stars Bad Influence
What looked like fun actually ends up making witch craft look ok for kids. It quite simply is not.
Published 11 months ago by Kingsley Layton

5.0 out of 5 stars A Collector DVD for Sure
This is one of those dvds you can get out any time of year over and over again and it still appeals. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Shrinking Violet

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely, one of their finest live action films!
Disney's Bedknobs and Broomsticks is probably one of the greatest films to ever come out of the studio. Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2007 by Taran Wanderer

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