Product Details

• Actors: Ellen Burstyn, Una Kay, Michael Sinelnikoff, Tom Skerritt, Jane Seymour
• Directors: Jr. Michael Landon
• Format: Color, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: G (General Audience)
• Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
• DVD Release Date: October 6, 2009
• Run Time: 88 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B002HGRI8M
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,442 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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Product Description

In this brand new feature film, one of the most beloved family tales of all tiem comes to life in an enchanting combination of live - action drama and animated adventure. It's the story of a young boy named Toby who is sent by his busy father to spend the holiday season in the home of his stern grandmother. Toby's world instantly changes when he discovers the house's 'magic attic' where three forgotten toys - including a special stuffed rabbit - unlock a world of imagination that will change all their lives forever. The voice talents of Jane Seymour, Tom Skerritt and Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn stair in this heartwarming story about how we bring the things we love to life, inspired by the classic children's book by Margery Williams and directed by Michael Landon, Jr.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Strays from the original, but it's still heartwarming and entertaining, September 1, 2009

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Z Hayes (TX, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Velveteen Rabbit (DVD)

"The Velveteen Rabbit", Margery William's 1922 story, is a classic in the annals of children's literature. I loved it as a child, and continue to adore it as a grown woman, and have since shared it with my own preschooler. Thus, when I saw this new release, I could not wait to watch it with my daughter.

Young Toby [Matthew Harbour] is sent to stay with his strict grandmother Ellen [Una Kay] when his serious father, John goes off on business to New York. Feeling abandoned and lonely, Toby explores the house and comes across the "Magic Room", which is filled with his father's old toys, including a rabbit stuffed toy. As Toby's imagination is given free rein, Rabbit comes 'alive' in a lively world of animation, and Toby together with rabbit and the other toys in the magic room run free and play in a lively dream world. The animals, i.e. Horse [Tom Skerritt], Swan [Ellen Burstyn], and Rabbit [Chandler Wakefiled] all dream of becoming real animals, and as we all know from "The Velveteen Rabbit", that can only be achieved by true love. Grandma Ellen and Toby soon bond, but his father John is still distant, and it takes a near tragedy to set things right.

A mixture of animated sequences and live-action, this movie appealed to my family. Though the original story has been adapted here, I felt that the adaptation doesn't stray too far from the original message of love overcoming all obstacles.Purists may not appreciate this adaptation, but those seeking family-friendly entertainment will love it.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A truly fantastic movie for all to see, March 12, 2009

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da Vinci - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Velveteen Rabbit (DVD)

This movie is absolutely wonderful, just like the book. It is a powerful story which is timeless and very true to life. The first time I read this story as an adult, I was moved to tears; the same is true with this movie. (I guess it was put out on the shelf early, judging from the release date, because I found this movie at Target the other day for $9.99.) The movie is well done in every way, from the acting to the music to the scenery. I highly recommend this movie to everyone. It is worth the price. Buy it; watch it; share it! And my thanks to Nick, Philip, Michael, Chris and Hunter - who made me Real! :)

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Velveteen Rabbit, April 23, 2009

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Lynn Brantley - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Velveteen Rabbit (DVD)

The Velveteen Rabbit was a great DVD. This movie is for all ages. We need
more movies like this so the whole family can watch together.