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Easter Parade (Two Disc Special Edition) (2005)

Judy Garland , Fred Astaire , Charles Walters  |  NR |  DVD
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (155 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Judy Garland, Fred Astaire, Peter Lawford, Ann Miller, Margaret Bert
  • Directors: Charles Walters
  • Format: Color, NTSC, Special Edition, Subtitled
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 2
  • Rated: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Warner Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: March 15, 2005
  • Run Time: 107 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (155 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000BQPC3I
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #56,929 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Easter Parade (Two Disc Special Edition)" on IMDb

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Don Hewes (Fred Astaire) is devastated when his longtime dancing partner, Nadine Hale (Ann Miller), breaks up the team to set out on her own. Determined to prove that he can succeed without her, Astaire vows that he can pick any random chorus girl and make her a star. Fortunately for him, the chorus girl he picks happens to be one of the greatest entertainers of the 20th century, Judy Garland (playing Hannah Brown). Easter Parade turned out to be the first and only collaboration between the two screen legends. Garland made the 1948 film despite ongoing health problems then had to pull out of a planned follow-up, The Barkleys of Broadway (Ginger Rogers replaced her); Astaire had retired following Blue Skies in 1946 but was brought in for this film as an emergency replacement after Gene Kelly broke his ankle playing touch football. Fortunately, Easter Parade always feels like an Astaire film rather than a Kelly film, from its Pygmalion-esque plot (which helps explain the principals' 23-year age disparity) to its score of Irving Berlin standards (some new, some recycled from earlier films). The film capitalizes on the strengths of both stars, Astaire in dance solos, including "Drum Crazy" and "Steppin' Out with My Baby" (MGM's take on Astaire's earlier, persona-defining "Top Hat, White Tie, and Tails"), and Garland in vocal solos, including the torchy "Better Luck Next Time." The stars especially shine, however, when they perform together in their vaudeville numbers, most notably the persona-defying hobo routine "We're a Couple of Swells." Watch this classic every Easter. --David Horiuchi

Product Description

Fred Astaire, Judy Garland. The beloved Irving Berlin musical about a dancer who tries to forget his ex-dance partner (and ex-flame) while rising to stardom with a new sidekick. 2 DVDs. 1948/color/103 min/NR/fullscreen.

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Love this classic Easter Holiday movie! Charla Johnson  |  24 reviewers made a similar statement
And thinks he knows everything. Darren Sorgea  |  16 reviewers made a similar statement
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78 of 86 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars What Happened, Warner Brothers?! March 19, 2005
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I really like "Easter Parade" and was eagerly anticipating how beautiful it would look as a result of Warner's Ultra Resolution process. This is a method that electronically aligns the elements of the famous 3-strip Technicolor process to deliver greater sharpness and even details that weren't visible when the film was brand new. Unfortunately, this film doesn't look nearly as good as the other films that previously underwent this process: "Singin' in the Rain," "The Adventures of Robin Hood," "Meet Me in St. Louis," and "Gone With the Wind." Even "The Harvey Girls" and "Annie Get Your Gun," which were restored without the Ultra Resolution process, look much better than "Easter Parade."

All of these films, although not perfect, look almost like they were filmed yesterday with wonderful sharpness and contrast range, an almost three-dimensional clarity, and beautiful, sparkling colors--rather like a Kodachrome slide. "Easter Parade," on the other hand, looks like a very old movie that's had it colors artificially pumped up--like an old tart that thinks a lot of warpaint will make her look young, but fools no one. This transfer HAS to be several generations removed from the negative. It has a thick, flat, dull look: very little contrast or modeling, flesh tones the color of red clay mud, and colors that look as if they were applied to the film with a spatula--no light or life can get through! When there is some contrast and a bit of brightness, the effect is very garish and detail is washed out. Warner Brothers either shortchanged this film financially in its restoration or it was working with elements that were far removed from the original negative or color separations. Yes, this is the best this film has looked on home video.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Astaire, Garland, Irving Berlin, and Movie Magic April 8, 2002
Format:VHS Tape
Originally intended as a re-teaming of Judy Garland and Gene Kelly, EASTER PARADE ran into trouble when Garland's doctors advised against her working under the direction of her husband, director Vincent Minnelli--and no sooner did director Charles Walters take the helm than Gene Kelly broke his leg. Out of such confusion are movie musical miracles born: although a bit old to act as Garland's leading man, Fred Astaire was coaxed out of retirement. He and Garland had tremendous chemistry, EASTER PARADE was a box office smash, and Astaire unexpectedly found himself reborn as an MGM star.

Set in 1900s New York, the film's story line is flimsy but enjoyable. After long-time dance partner Ann Miller abandons the act, Astaire hires chorus girl Garland and attempts to recast her in his former partner's mold--a situation which offers Astaire and Garland considerable comedy and gives Astaire the chance to parody several of his own famous dance of the 1930s. Garland eventually convinces Astaire that she needs to be herself, and once the act is revamped they become a hot ticket--and, once their several romantic complications are resolved, romantic partners as well.

Astaire is every bit as charming here as he was in his Ginger Roger days, and his choreography retains his signature sharpness, wit, and elegance. Although Garland isn't really a dancer, she holds her own with Astaire and she tears strips off a brillant score of Irving Berlin favorites. Both are well supported by Anne Miller, who gives a brilliant turn with 'Shakin' the Blues Away,' and Peter Lawford, who is quite charming as one of Garland's admirers.... Read more ›

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5.0 out of 5 stars I Love This Movie!!!!!!!! October 16, 2004
Some movies (especially movies from today) are really to me just a waste of time and money. People just don't seem to care about what people see on the screen anymore. And that is one of the reasons I LOVE old movies! Because you can always, almost, well, you can really never go wrong!! And Easter Parade is one of those movies to just treasure. To save for your children and grandchildren. So they can's appreciate the past, and know that there once was a time when people cared about the things they put on that larger than life screen.

Easter Parade begins with the ballroom dancer, Don Hews (Fred Astaire). Who is in love with his goregeous partner (Ann Miller) Oh, what a star!

Those two are a great team that audiences love. But when Nadene, (Miller) becomes hungry for renown, she dumps him for the Zigfield Follies, and Don's best friend, the handsome Johnny Harlow (Peter Lawford).

Angry Don sets off to prove to Nadene that he can dance with anybody and he doesn't need her! So he finds the chorus girl working at a bar, the Lovely Hannah Brown (Judy Garland). Wonderful songs that put a smile on your face. And clever lines that will make you laugh! Easter Parade has it all!! And as Don Hews realizes he's fallen hoplelessly in love with Hannah. And he proves to the narrow minded, jealous, Nadene, he DOESN'T need her, and he CAN dance with anybody.

Clinton Sundberg plays the bar tender where Hannah used to work. And thinks he knows everything. Lines like:

Astaire: I bet you know alot about women.

Sundberg: I should, been single all my life.

Wonderful songs like: Easter Parade, Love the Piano, A Fella With a Umbrella, Michigan, shakin the Blues away, and more!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie
This is a great movie. I love old musicals. Takes you back to a more simple time. The color is great. Musical numbers are good and the picture is fantastic in blu ray.
Published 5 days ago by Robert E. Handley
5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I wanted
I have always loved this move. I had worn my other one out. It fits in with my Holiday DVD collection. Very Pleased with it.
Published 8 days ago by lovesdvd's
5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful movie
I have always loved this movie with Judy Garland but it is even better in Blu-ray.
The scenes are so clear .
Published 9 days ago by Joann N. Robinson
4.0 out of 5 stars Schmaltzy parts but not when Garland is on Screen
Some of Judy's best song and dance numbers.
On the extras disc, the dozens of "Mr. Monotony" takes are great too. Read more
Published 10 days ago by R. Mann
4.0 out of 5 stars I didn't expect much
I didn't expect much from this movie but I am glad to say I was pleasantly surprised I only bought this movie because amazon recommend it and because of the price :) but boy I'm I... Read more
Published 12 days ago by Chelly R
4.0 out of 5 stars A great Astaire/Garland vehicle
Easter Parade(released June/48)stars,among others,Fred Astaire,Judy Garland,Ann Miller and Peter Lawford.It is just by accident that Mr. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Robert Badgley
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this movie
One of the best musicals of all time - a Must See for me every year. The cinematography, choreography, acting and costumes are magnificent. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Susan K Taylor
4.0 out of 5 stars Two stars orbit the planet of Love
Judy Garland and Fred Astaire.in one film. That is heaven on earth. Astaire dances effortlessly and does some film magic with the Steppin Out with My Baby number. Read more
Published 24 days ago by papa's golden lily
4.0 out of 5 stars REAL MOVIE NEWS REVIEW
I have seen Easter Parade at least twenty times. Probably closer to 30. My family watches it every Easter, and I even once asked to view it in a class about film musicals in grad... Read more
Published 26 days ago by Ryan
5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic!
A classical masterpiece of film. A joy to view. Pure Quality! If you like musicals, this is one of the best.
Published 28 days ago by Muscle Guitarist
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