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The Wiggles Magical Adventure - A Wiggly Movie

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My 22-month-old loves this movie ("WallyWallyWally," as she calls it--a reference to the theme song about the film's protagonist), and she will gladly sit through it several times straight through if I allow her to. Initially, I was surprised. She adores The Wiggles, and we own quite a few of their videos. Yet, at her age, her attention span is short, and she typically gets up and leaves the room after just a few songs, regardless of which tape she's watching.

So, when I sat down to watch this with her the first time and saw that it was a traditional movie, with dialogue and plot, I didn't expect much. But for some reason, it holds her interest, and she does her best to explain to me what's going on in the simple but pleasant story (regarding a sad-sack magician, Dorothy's disappearance on her birthday, and The Wiggles' efforts to find her in time for her surprise party).

After a few viewings, the film began to remind me more than a little of "Barney's Great Adventure," which my son became similarly addicted to five years ago. The two have a lot in common--similar plots and production, simple set dressings featuring bold colors, slapstick comedy, cheesey special effects, etc. But I would rather watch this film any day than that one, as I suspect most parents would.

The film isn't great, but it's not horrible, either. And over time, it's more likely to hold the kids' interest than the monotony of the song-collection videos from the group.

I originally bought this movie because it had my son's favorite Wiggle's song "Rock-a-Bye Your Bear" on it. At first, I thought it was going to be like the show and was a bit disappointed that it was a full-length movie--not broken up into small segments, etc. I thought, "What 1-year old is going to sit through a 70-minute movie?" Well, from the second I put it on, my son was transfixed with "Wally". Since we have bought it, Parker has memorized all the songs, dance moves, and dialogue. He loves it so much, we bought the CD soundtrack that has taken up permanant residence in the car. The songs are so catchy, my husband and I don't even mind that practically every waking moment is taken up by singing one song or another from this movie. A year and a half later, and we are still not tired of it. While the production values are horrid--the lip-synching in the last segment is kind of freaky, etc.--I don't think a little kid will really care. The message of the movie is a good one. Wally steals, then breaks, Greg's magic wand. The rest of the movie, Wally and Dorothy attempt to fix the wand and return it to Greg. When he has asked, "Mommy, what is Wally doing?" my son and I have had some good discussions about how it is not nice to take other people's things. The Wiggles manage to get their point across without being preachy. Overall, a good purchase for die-hard Wiggles fans.

This first time I put this DVD in I was like this is horrible. My daughter didn't think much of it either. She's a year old and their are few things that hold her attention. I put this video in again and it was totally different to us. I don't know what happened, but it's great now. The editing isn't so great but it appears that these guys love what they do.

We watch this movie everyday. My daughter runs over to the TV when we get home and points to the Wiggles DVD.

I read several of the reviews that compared this with Barney. This is so not Barney! I realize that some of the jokes are lame and the acting isn't the best, but at least the main characters are not a big purple dinos.

Bottom line: You and your child will both enjoy this movie. The songs are catchy and you find yourself singing them everywhere.

The only part of the movie that scared my daughter was Wally the Magician. His hair is wild and sometimes he can have a mean look on his face. So when they do a close up it scares her. Hey, it would scare me too.

One of the great things about The Wiggles is that their zany style seems to appeal to many adults, as well as to the children who are their main focus. Of course, you either like them, or you don't. If you do, this video will make your Wiggly library complete.

This movie is deffinitely one that will appeal to the adult set, as well, providing they enjoy the usual zany Wiggles style. It has a cute storyline, and is packed with laughs from beginning to end.

Since it is a movie, and not the usual short-segmented music video, don't necessarily expect your very young toddler to sit through the show in its entirety. He or she will enjoy some of the usual Wiggle fare, though. It's loaded with new songs and lots of laughter.

Dorothy the Dinosaur sets out to catch the thief of Greg's magic wand. Meanwhile, The Wiggles are planning a surprise party for Dorothy, who thinks that everyone has forgotten her birthday.

Over the past 3 years we have been watching all the Wiggles movies and my kids love these guys. They sit for hours watching, singing and dancing along.

The Wiggles Magic Adventure is a great time for the kids. Lasting over a hour in length you find some new songs as well as some real favorites like Point your Fingers, Dorothy Would you like to Dance with Me? and Hot Potatoes.

It was an enjoyable time watching the Wiggles search for Dorothy and and Wally the Great as Wally tries to wins a Magic competition. You'll find yourself routing for the underdog in this one.

Overall very enjoyable and for the price it's a very good buy. While this video has been out in Australia for a couple of years now it is certainly different than any other Wiggles Video we have.

Don't be fooled by the 2003 release date - this is not a NEW Wiggles Movie. It's been out in Australia for quite a few years. For those Wiggles fans, it definitely worth buying - it is a very cute storyline. Something different from their regular videos.

Happy Wiggling!

My 3 year old son is a huge Wiggles fan, and planning to dress up as a magician for Halloween, so we were very excited to get this DVD. Thought it would be the perfect motivator for his creativity for the costume. Disappointing though... Greg only appears as a magician for maybe 90 seconds. The bulk of the movie concentrates on Dorothy and a new character (Wally the Magician). It does have a good story line and some fun songs, but most disappointing is the lack of an appearance of the actual Wiggles. The 4 guys appear briefly throughout the movie, but do not sing and dance as much as other videos.

My kids love the Wiggles so that is why I got the DVD. I couldn't figure out how they could come up with enough material to make a "movie" and really didn't know how they were going to do it with the theme of Dorothy's birthday. I was extremely pleasantly surprised and think this is much better than any of the new Wiggles releases. It is balanced with the characters and has a storyline that is really quite good. It isn't too cutsy and the songs are basically the classics (do the twist, etc.)The editing isn't too hectic and the dancing is the Halloran stuff which means it isn't overdone. Also the Wiggles act more like normal people and their true personalities seem to come through on this film. This is absolutely my kids favorite DVD/Wiggles product. They are 3 years old and can't watch anything for more than 30 minutes except for this. I wish the Wiggles production company would make more products like this than things like Wiggly Safari with the "new production" staff. Also Jeff and Murray have parts in this video so they aren't lost. And Wally the magician and the other characters are good in this.. they aren't too clownish and overdone.

We bought this video when my son was 14 months old and he was just getting into The Wiggles. When I first bought it I thought it was going to be them singing the whole time, I didnt really read the back of the cover. When I first played this video for him he wasnt interested at all, but now that he is 18 months he has to watch it almost every day. He brings the dvd cover to me and does his little wiggle dance, telling me he wants to watch it. Sometimes he wants to watch it all day, of course I dont want him sitting in front of the TV all day. But when I do put it on he will watch it from start to end and he does all the dances. I must admit I hated sitting through this movie at first but now its grown on me. I actually find myself watching it with him. My overall opinion is that this movie is for children 18 months and older and its very entertaining.

I'm not sure what it is, but my 3-year old is totally addicted to the Wiggles and to this video. They are mildly annoying, but harmless enough. For some inexplicable reason, your kid will love this