Customer Reviews

My Little Pony: Friendship Ball - Star Catcher with VHS

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I'm almost sorry I bought this for my almost three-year old, because I've had to sit through this movie so many times now (and sitting through it is a major coyote moment, I would actually gnaw my own arm off to get away). It isn't just that the story is silly, it is meant for young children I realize, but the quality of the video is terrible. The animation would have been cutting edge back when Smurfs ruled the cartton airwaves, and the sound quality is just dismal. The voice overs are so cutesy than even my six year-old finds them hokey.
But, the pony that comes with this is so pretty she makes up for the awful movie. Star Catcher has quickly become the favorite pony, maybe because she has wings. The pony has detailing most of the others don't have, and she's really a stand out. I would have preferred to have bought the pony without this dog of a video.

My daughter has a huge my little pony collection. We recently celebrated her third birthday, and of course it had a my little pony theme. I didn't purchase this item, because the tape is VHS, and there was no option for DVD. A family member ended up getting it for her, and the pony itself is soooo beautiful, consider the tape a bonus! My kids (3 and 4 years old) love the video as well.

Star Catcher is an amazing pony, because she is the first Pegasus! She also comes with a bonus 20 minute video that is absolutely adorable. Star Catcher's wings are a glossy blue, and sealed to the body pretty tight for the little ones. Mine just came today from Amazon.com...a day earlier than expected! Yay! I hope you all enjoy this delightful little pegasus!

As an adult collector of the new MLP and someone who adored the original line as a baby of the 80s :), I absolutely love this pony and video set. The pony is beautiful and unique, and definitely as described: magical. She will certainly become one of your daughter's favorites because she is truly a gorgeous pony and there isn't another one like her out yet. (Though after watching the video, I'm sure there will be when more of the Butterfly Island stuff starts coming out.)

As for the video...yes, it's a cheesy storyline. Yes, the audio quality is not all that great (but it doesn't make it unwatchable). And yes, the animation isn't cutting edge. But people need to realize two things.

First, this video is made for young children, not their parents or older siblings or even us adult collectors. Despite its collectibility and Hasbro's nods to collectors (exclusive ponies on eBay, mail-in offers, store exclusives, etc.), MLP is still a line of toy ponies marketed to little girls. The storyline may have enough cheese that it should come with a grater, but little kids will eat it up. Most kids will just be so excited to see a cartoon starring their favorite ponies that they could care less if they just sat around staring at each other for a 20-minute video. Be glad it's not that.

Second, this video was made exclusively to be packaged with a pony. And for $7.99 for both pony and video, obviously this isn't going to be the most well-made cartoon to ever hit the market. I think it is actually pretty good, considering this. The animation isn't HORRIBLE (you want to see bad animation, watch the first few episodes of the Jem cartoon from the 80s). The sound quality is a little poor at the beginning of the video, but it seems to get a bit better by the end. Either that or you get used to it. I liked this video better than the Charming Birthday one.

Basically what I'm trying to say here is that the video is aimed for young girls and it's not only free, but it's only 20 minutes long. Don't expect Shrek, okay? The pony is definitely worth it, and if you have young children I'm sure they'll love the video. Older kids will probably realize it's hokey.

I enjoyed the video. As a collector, I could definitely see the tie-ins to the product line and I'm even more excited about the new stuff that will be coming out!

My daughter picked this out with her birthday money. It is a great deal because you also get a video with a story about the pony. They pony also has a tiara and brush and the wings are well attached. It is a great value and a must for any my little pony fan.

Yes, i agree, the video is very fuzzy but it is fun and cute to watch. The pony is lovely and fun if you use your imagionation. Cute set. great price. i got this toy for my b-day...... cute eyes and the designs are great and pretty! love it!!!!!!

I bought this set today and love it.the video is a little fuzzy but i can clearly hear and see. the pony is gorgeous, i have been collecting my little ponies for years and this one is definatley the prettiest, i think these are great for all kids. EXCELLENT, A++++++++++++++!!!!

I got this pony for my 9 year old becouse she was bugging me for a "My Little Pony" for weeks. She loves it and can't put it down. The little vidio is so cute,it reminded me of watching the "My Little Pony" cartoon series from when I was a kid.

this pony is by far the most beautiful pony i have ever seen! she is so pretty with her elegant wings, sparkling hair and body markings. She is my new favorite pony(sorry Minty). The video is great too. Even better then the first("A Charming Birthday" was the first video).
You see, its the day of the most exiting celebration of the year--the Friendship Ball! But when Twinkle Twirl decides to stage a special dance starring all her friends, the new dance gets a little complicated, and goes right over eyeryone's head!
But Skywishes knows just what to do. She'll catch a kite and make an extra-special wish, and everything will be just perfect. But its not quite as easy to catch a kite, and even when you do, an exta-special wish needs some extra-special help...from a magical new friend with wings!

I am a collector of My Little Pony,and I was so glad to see that
they made a comeback.I loved MLP since I was little,and I still
have a few of the older ponies my grandma had gotten me.....I did
have them displayed with the old MLP castle,but I had to throw
out what was left of the castle(it was VERY well-loved..lol).
I am going to buy the new castle soon,so my ponies will have a
home to live in.=)
I LOVE ALL THE NEW PONIES!!!!!