Dr. Seuss - How the Grinch Stole Christmas/Horton Hears a Who

How the Grinch Stole Christmas
To heck with the kids--this is one of the best holiday presents you can give yourself. Adapted from the children's book by Dr. Seuss, this charming story is one to watch every holiday season. It is just edgy enough to help you forget the more cloying aspects of Christmas, yet it is also sweet enough to remind you of the reason for all that holiday cheer. Animation genius Chuck Jones directed this 1966 television production featuring the voice of Boris Karloff as the mean greenie. Bitter and selfish, the Grinch decides to steal Christmas away from the Whos, the sweet little folk who live at the bottom of his mountain home. When little Cindy Loo Who returns his hateful act with kindness, she melts the old miser's heart. There are many reasons to watch this: inventive wordplay, Karloff's impressive narration, and a very memorable soundtrack. --Rochelle O'Gorman

Horton Hears a Who!
Chuck Jones was chief animator on this lively adaptation of the famous book by Dr. Seuss. The story of a friendly elephant named Horton who discovers--deep inside a daisy--a tiny city called Whoville with tiny, intelligent residents--this film (fleshed out a bit from the source) is strong on character and has striking, appealing visuals. The little folks of Whoville, with their natural air of aristocracy, are a kick, and when they come to see Horton as a hero for his democratic view of all life big and small, the effect is quite touching. This should be a real treat for kids already familiar with the book, and just might inspire those who haven't read it to pick it up. --Tom Keogh

Spotlight Reviews
Cute Anniversary Addition, Bad Packaging (2009-01-06)
Customer Review : 4
This is an adorable DVD special addition with a cute shimmery cover. My only qualm was that the package arrived with a very large dent in the side (I used Amazon free super-saver shipping so I guess I shouldn't be surprised). Not really a problem for solid objects, but if there had been breakable items they would not have survived the poor handling.

Dr. Seuss- How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2009-01-06)
Customer Review : 5
I am pleased with the product. The only thing I was not aware of is that I had to go to the post office to pick this up and sign for it. It was a bit incovnienent during the busy holiday season.

For the Kids (2009-01-06)
Customer Review : 3
I glad I purchased this dvd, but I remember the movie being alot longer years ago. much has been left out. I'm still glad I purchased it.

looks great! (2009-01-02)
Customer Review : 5
The recoloring is nice. The grinch is really grean. The pink and reds looks so nice now like a new movie.

This is a good moview for the whole family!! (2008-12-28)
Customer Review : 5
This is a great family movie. With the bonus of Horton hears a Who. Small kids to adults will enjoy watching this classic moive.