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If familiarity breeds content, then the two stories that make up this video will deliver to the young fans of Babar, the boy elephant king. "Monkey Business," a complicated tale involving well-known characters from the classic Babar books--especially Uncle Zephir the monkey and Retaxas the rhino--could have been called "The Monkey Who Cried Wolf." In the second adventure, "Race to the Moon," the quick-paced cartoon-style action is easier to follow and a whole lot sillier as the elephants and rhinos engage in a doomed race to the moon in endearingly goofy-looking rocket ships. In both stories, it's no surprise that Babar's quick thinking saves the day, but not without a soft-pedaled lesson in what really matters in life. The importance of truth and friendship are slipped in to the plots. Jean de Brunhoff, the author of the series of books first published in French, would approve. --Valerie J. Nelson
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When Babar grows up, he's crowned king of the elephants, marries Celeste and has kids. One of the greatest lessons he learns is that despite life's challenges, great things are always possible. Beloved series filled with learning lessons, based on Jean de Brunhoff's book series
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Last year, several Babar DVDs were released that contained random episodes from the run of the show. If you bought these smaller offerings, you may experience an overlap in a couple of episodes as now the Complete Season One is being presented in its entirety.
Season One consists of thirteen digitally restored and remastered episodes as follows:
(1) Babar's First Step, (2) City Ways, (3) Babar Returns, (4) The City Of Elephants, (5) Babar's Triumph, (6) Babar's Choice, (7) Race to the Moon, (8) No Place Like Home, (9) An Elephant's Best Friend, (10) The Show Must Go On, (11) To Duet or Not to Duet, (12) The Missing Crown Affair, and (13) The Phantom.
Will contemporary kids embrace the gentle exploits of Jean de Brunhoff's creation Babar the Elephant as interpreted in this HBO series which aired between 1989 and 1991? It's hard to say. As choices in children's programming have expanded, these moralistic stories told in a simple and straightforward animation style certainly have a pleasing nostalgia factor. I'd like to think that the sweetness and innocence of Babar and his cadre of pals will still have an appeal to modern audiences, but some kids have become jaded by the various alternatives that have flooded the entertainment market. Does Babar lack a certain visual sophistication? Perhaps. But over eighty years of success in books and on television seem to indicate an enduring attraction to this story. Babar, for those unfamiliar with the optimistic pachyderm, is a curious soul who after having traveled to the city brings lessons about civilization to his small tribe of family and friends. There are plenty of adventures and challenges in the stories, but with unwavering fortitude and a positive attitude--all things are possible.
Note of Warning: The first episode of Babar contains a representation of death that may disturb some younger viewers.
I hope your kids love Babar! This is the best animated representation of the lovable elephant so far (the reboot about a decade later was a bit less successful to my mind). Great storytelling, but simple and sweet. KGHarris, 6/12.
Season One consists of thirteen digitally restored and remastered episodes as follows:
(1) Babar's First Step, (2) City Ways, (3) Babar Returns, (4) The City Of Elephants, (5) Babar's Triumph, (6) Babar's Choice, (7) Race to the Moon, (8) No Place Like Home, (9) An Elephant's Best Friend, (10) The Show Must Go On, (11) To Duet or Not to Duet, (12) The Missing Crown Affair, and (13) The Phantom.
Will contemporary kids embrace the gentle exploits of Jean de Brunhoff's creation Babar the Elephant as interpreted in this HBO series which aired between 1989 and 1991? It's hard to say. As choices in children's programming have expanded, these moralistic stories told in a simple and straightforward animation style certainly have a pleasing nostalgia factor. I'd like to think that the sweetness and innocence of Babar and his cadre of pals will still have an appeal to modern audiences, but some kids have become jaded by the various alternatives that have flooded the entertainment market. Does Babar lack a certain visual sophistication? Perhaps. But over eighty years of success in books and on television seem to indicate an enduring attraction to this story. Babar, for those unfamiliar with the optimistic pachyderm, is a curious soul who after having traveled to the city brings lessons about civilization to his small tribe of family and friends. There are plenty of adventures and challenges in the stories, but with unwavering fortitude and a positive attitude--all things are possible.
Note of Warning: The first episode of Babar contains a representation of death that may disturb some younger viewers.
I hope your kids love Babar! This is the best animated representation of the lovable elephant so far (the reboot about a decade later was a bit less successful to my mind). Great storytelling, but simple and sweet. KGHarris, 6/12.
By Viva
Babar was one of those shows that I adored as a child and now still enjoy watching with my young(2-6) cousins. It has not aged and brings up important lessons while still being true to the books. This is one of the few childrens shows that don't talk down to children while still being aimed at them. Brilliant.
0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Gay B. Goff
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Great family fun for young and old with a built in admiration, even love, for these animals. What a delicious way to instill family values into the young! (And not so young!)
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A Classic Series On DVD
I didn't get this from Amazon. But, I want to do a review anyway. I purchases this at Wal-Mart for a decent $9.99. It was an unexpected surprise when I first saw this on Amazon. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Myron
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Shocking, Parents beware!
Babar was a book, my children loved. My granddaughter was excited about watching The Babar series. In episode one, Babar was a baby elephant with his mom and other elephants. Read more
Published 14 months ago by T. Buckholtz
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