Product Details

• Actors: Glenn Close, Mark Isham
• Directors: Mark Sottnick
• Writers: Hans Christian Andersen
• Producers: Mark Sottnick, Chris Campbell
• Format: NTSC
• Region: All Regions
• Number of discs: 1
• Studio: Rabbit Ears Entertainment
• DVD Release Date: September 18, 2012
• Run Time: 38 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• ASIN: B009D4GOF4
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #234,409 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

The Emperor and his court in ancient China discover a little grey bird with an enchanting song. But when the Emperor is presented with a jewel-encrusted, artificial singing bird, he banishes the nightingale from his court. Years later, he realizes that the song of the real nightingale is the true treasure. With profound simplicity, this classic tale from Hans Christian Andersen will captivate young and old alike.Ages 6 and up. Illustrated by Robert Van Nutt. Action for Children's Television (ACT) Award; Grammy Award Nomination – Best Recording for Children; CINE Golden Eagle Award.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Best storytelling ever February 21, 2013

By Jack

Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase

I have watched this since I was young, and enjoy the story more and more with each viewing. Close is a marvelous storyteller and the illustrations are stunning. Perfect story for children and adults alike, keeping dreams alive and teaching the importance of difference over similarity.