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5.0 out of 5 stars
Five Stars For Children's Version,
By LME "The Discerning Viewer" (Central CA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oliver Twist (1974) (DVD)
This is an excellent adaptation that leaves out some of the more sinister elements/overtones. There are no bawdy barroom scenes. Levity is provided by the addition of several animals. Oliver has a pet toad named Squeakers, Fagin has a parrot that "parrots" back Fagin's words (even when it gets him in trouble), there are a few more birds in the thieves abode and a cat. Naturally the cat scraps with Bill Sike's dog Bullseye, providing a comedic break.
Other than being somewhat disappointed/annoyed by the lack of "color" in Fagin's voice, I found this thoroughly entertaining. It follows the book quite well for a 90 min. version. It is for the young set, grades K-1 to 5-6. It will be more palatable to many families than the G rated Broadway film, Oliver Twist, The Musical. The latter is more touching, heartbreaking, and real for some sensitive youngsters. It is over the top wonderful for all... except ages 0-7 or 8. Addl Note---My copy says 1973 on the back. |
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Oliver Twist (1974) by Hal Sutherland (DVD - 2002)
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