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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A faithful rendition of a classic tale,
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This review is from: The Goose Girl [VHS] (VHS Tape)
The Goose Girl has long been a favorite of illustrators, but not as much to film makers. Tom Davenport has created a faithful rendition of the Grimms' tale involving a rebellious servant and a naive bride-to-be. When she sends her daughter off to be married, the bride's mother gives the girl a handkerchief with three drops of her own blood in hopes of protecting her. The girl quickly loses the handkerchief and is overwhelmed and abused by the maid servant. A role reversal takes place and the maid presents herself as the bride. The maid is cruel. She has the beautiful horse, Falada, killed and has her mistress turned into a servant attending geese. The goose girl learns to protect herself from the attentions of Conrad as she fixes her hair. The father-in-law is suspicious and finds a way to learn the Goose Girl's secret. Finally, the deception is revealed and in true justice, the evil maid chooses her own cruel punishment. This rendition of a lesser known fairy tale is far from syrupy, but children should enjoy it. The costumes and setting are rustic and beautiful. Davenport Films are a wonderful addition to any fairy tale study or entertainment in the classroom or home. |
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The Goose Girl [VHS] by Tom Davenport (VHS Tape - 1983)
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