Movies for the family for 2008
the Review Source
Pop up a big bowl of popcorn,
gather your family and friends and sit down together
to enjoy any of the following movies!
Big Idea -
The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything
Sing-Along Songs and More
Favorite Features -
nine old and new sing along songs for any fan of veggies!
new songs from the movie - The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything
animation from the new movie
movie songs sung by favorites like tobyMac, newsboys with Steve Taylor and Mandisa
Fun songs and fun animation combine for a video everyone can enjoy - which is what we've come to expect from VeggieTales! Extremely well done, VeggieTales!
VeggieTales:
Lessons from the
Sock Drawer
- A Collection of
Veggie Shorts and Briefs
Favorite Features -
15 Veggie shorts on one dvd
clear message about having a happy heart and a cheerful mind
Very happy to see "Must Go UP!" - one of the all time best Veggie shorts!
Bonus features add to the fun!
What's not to love about a collection of Veggie shorts, and briefs, from through the years?!! My reviewer Kylee told me she loves having the funny shorts where she can watch them all - especially the one with the piano going up all those steps! This is the perfect dvd for those times when you only want your child to watch something for a few minutes - they can watch a couple shorts at a time!Tremendously well done, Big Idea!
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VeggieTales:
Tomato Sawyer and Huckleberry
Larry's Big River Rescue
Favorite Features -
new story with old friends to help kids learn about helping others
new silly song, “The Biscuit of Zazzamarandabo”
strong emphasis on being a real friend who truly cares, stays with and helps others
Once again, Veggies has put their own unique creative "spin" on a classic story! Tomato Sawyer and Huckleberry Larry is filled with fun and laughs while teaching a very important and much needed message about friendship and helping others! My reviewers Brienna and Gabe said they really loved the songs throughout the movie and thought it was so funny when they realized Big Jim was really Little Jimmy - who was on his way to Saint Louey to see his mommy! Again, tremendously well done, VeggieTales!
Disney -
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Peter Pan
Rated - G
Favorite Features -
digital return of the old favorite for a new generation to love and enjoy
variety of special features - games, storybooks and music
Great movie for families to watch and talk about - for example, talk about the different ways family members respond to one another and how they might do a better job of communicating or talk about what it means to "grow up" and the challenges involved with doing so. Tremendously well done, Disney! This is another Disney classic, no home library is complete without!
Peter Pan in
Return to Never-LandRated - G
Favorite Features -
new "what happens next" story to the loved favorite, Peter Pan
bonus features continue the fun
Another movie families can watch and talk about - for example responsibilities, change and how we can best respond to these in our real, everyday lives! I love movies with a good story the whole family can enjoy - particularly when they provide opportunities for parents and children to talk about important things! Extremely well done, Disney!
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Underdog
Rated - PG
Favorite Features -
live action movie from an old animated cartoon
humor throughout with opportunities for families to talk about important topics
Bonus features add to the fun
While this movie may be a little intense for some younger children, overall, most families will find this is a movie they will be able to watch and enjoy together! Extremely well done, Disney!
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101 Dalmatians
Rated - G
Favorite Features -
return to dvd of a much loved movie for a new generation to enjoy!
Bonus features add to the fun
Time does show itself in this movie - one of the main characters smokes a pipe and Cruella is definately "cruel", but this is a movie everyone in the family will love! An absolute must-add-to-the-collection movie, everyone will want this classic! Tremendously well done, Disney!
The Aristocats
Rated - G
Favorite Features -
another return to dvd of a much loved Disney classic
bonus features add to the fun
No home dvd library is complete without the Aristocats. It wasn't too long ago Disney had this movie on dvd, but this new release includes added features to add to the fun! Excellent story of family and friends and loyalty! Tremendously well done, Disney!
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Enchanted
Rated - G
Favorite Features -
humor both adults and children will enjoy
excellent live action combined with animation provides crisp, clear and colorful enjoyment!
excellent story-line with lessons for families to talk about together - never give up on your dreams, be sure to tell the people you love that you love them and definite lessons about jealousy
My reviewers and I fully enjoyed this movie! It was an unexpected pleasure - sounded like it would be corny, but was completely enjoyable! Tremendously well done, Disney! Loved the "spoofs" on animated Disney "princess" movies! Absolutely add this to your home dvd library!
Jungle Book 2
Special EditionRated - G
Favorite Features -
beloved characters return for this next "chapter" in the story of Mowgli!
strong messages of family, friendship and obedience
colorful animation
great songs
This new story is even better than the classic first story of Jungle Book! I love the color, characters and music - they all combine for a movie even adults can enjoy watching with their kids! Great messages on family, friendship and obedience for families to talk about! Tremendously well done, Disney!
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National Treasure 2:
Book of SecretsRated - PG
Favorite Features -
return of characters from the first movie
strong messages on family and friends and not giving up
Yes, this is a "far-reaching" story, but it is an adventure movie - adventure movies typically have "far-reaching" storylines! Fast-paced, globe-trotting, clue-chasing, mystery-solving story the entire family will enjoy! I for one truly hope there will be a National Treasure 3 movie to follow this one! Tremendously well done, Disney!
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