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Our Family DVD Collection (Part III)
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The Little Mermaid (Limited Issue)The Little Mermaid (Limited Issue)
Buy used from: $13.75
This edition is no longer available, but you can currently purchase the 2-Disc Platinum Edition.
The Little Mermaid II - Return to the SeaThe Little Mermaid II - Return to the Sea
Buy used from: $12.40
Though not as good as the first, this sequel to "The Little Mermaid" is worth owning. My son enjoys it very much.
Look Who's TalkingLook Who's Talking
Buy used from: $9.85
These films may not be Academy-Award winning material, but they ARE fun. My son enjoys them and it gives us an opportunity to talk about "Where Babies Come From ..." (Note: This addition is no longer available, but you can currently purchase a newer release.) (Rated PG-13: Should be screened for younger children.)
Look Who's Talking, TooLook Who's Talking, Too
Buy new: $5.99 / Used from: $3.30
This sequel to the original was a little more family oriented, with more kid specific humor. Roseanne is a terrific addition as baby Julie and plays wonderfully off of Bruce Willis. (Rated PG-13: Should be screened for younger children.)
The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)
Buy used from: $8.12
We are fantasy enthusiasts and have read and exposed our child to fantastical stories and film since he was born. He really enjoys these films, but I do believe that they are much too intense (with battle scenes and frightening images) for young children. This is the most timid in the trilogy, but please screen them all carefully before sharing them with your child. (Rated PG-13)
The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)
Buy used from: $5.33
Please see my note above for "Fellowship of the Ring". This second installment introduces more fantastical creatures and slightly scarier monsters. (Rated PG-13: Should be CAREFULLY screened for younger children.)
The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)
Buy used from: $7.74
Please see my note above for "Fellowship of the Ring". This third installment presents the most epic battle scenes. (Rated PG-13: Should be CAREFULLY screened for younger children.)
The Lost World - Jurassic Park (Widescreen Collector's Edition)The Lost World - Jurassic Park (Widescreen Collector's Edition)
Buy used from: $4.77
This is nearly as good as the first; though it does not feature Sam Neill or Laura Dern. (Rated PG-13: Should be screened for younger children.)
Madagascar (Widescreen Edition)Madagascar (Widescreen Edition)
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $3.29
From the studio that brought you Shrek. Madagascar isn't quite as funny as the Shrek franchise has been thus far, but it's enjoyable.
Millennium ActressMillennium Actress
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $3.49
This is a beautiful film (especially if you happen to be a fan of anime), but the storyline is a tad convoluted and, as a result, can be confusing - you definitely have to pay attention. You also need to note that THE FILM IS SUBTITLED ... but that didn't stop my son from enjoying it every bit as much as we did.
Monsters, Inc. (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)Monsters, Inc. (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
Buy new: $15.99 / Used from: $6.49
Your child will fear the closet no more! He or she may even look forward to finding monsters under the bed.
Monster House (Widescreen Edition)Monster House (Widescreen Edition)
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $3.43
This film greatly exceeded my expectations. It's cute, it's funny and it even has a little adult oriented humor to boot. (Note: There are some scary images that might not be appropriate for very small children.)
Mortal KombatMortal Kombat
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $1.30
Action packed with lots of monsters and special effects; as good today as it was twelve years ago. (Rated PG-13: Should be screened for younger children.)
Mulan (Special Edition)Mulan (Special Edition)
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $7.98
We love Eddie Murphy as Mushu!
The Muppet Movie - Kermit's 50th Anniversary EditionThe Muppet Movie - Kermit's 50th Anniversary Edition
Buy new: $11.99 / Used from: $8.58
I was so happy to see all of the original Muppet movies released on DVD! We own all of the classics.
The Great Muppet Caper - Kermit's 50th Anniversary EditionThe Great Muppet Caper - Kermit's 50th Anniversary Edition
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $10.79
I realize that this is alphabetically out of order, but we keep the Muppet movies together on our shelves.
The Muppets Take ManhattanThe Muppets Take Manhattan
Buy new: $8.49 / Used from: $3.28
I'm not quite sure why this has not yet been released in a "Kermit's 50th Anniversary Edition". Perhaps one is forthcoming.
The Muppet Show - Season One (Special Edition)The Muppet Show - Season One (Special Edition)
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $15.97
We watch this as an alternative to evening television. My son enjoys it, though he thinks the Muppets are a little funny looking (these are the original Muppets, not their contemporary, more animated-looking, counterparts that our children are familiar with).
Napoleon DynamiteNapoleon Dynamite
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $1.43
I wasn't sure that my eight-year-old would find this entertaining, but he absolutely loves it! He quotes it ALL the time. My husband and I like it as well.
National Treasure (Widescreen Edition)National Treasure (Widescreen Edition)
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $1.99
Another spectacular big-screen popcorn flick from Jerry Bruckheimer. Justin Bartha is priceless!
The NeverEnding StoryThe NeverEnding Story
Buy new: $5.99 / Used from: $2.82
This film is now twenty-three years old! My son still adores it as much as I did when I was his age. It's a "must-have" for any family collection.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (Special Edition)The Nightmare Before Christmas (Special Edition)
Buy used from: $12.50
Though I am not a fan of Tim Burton's animated films, my son is an AVID fan.
Pee-wee's Big Adventure (Widescreen)Pee-wee's Big Adventure (Widescreen)
Buy used from: $6.02
Though not nearly as amusing to me as it was twenty-two years ago (unbelievable!), it's every bit as amusing to my nine-year-old. He can't get enough Pee-Wee Herman!
Pinocchio (Disney Gold Classic Collection)Pinocchio (Disney Gold Classic Collection)
Buy used from: $8.39
I am sure that we will soon see the 2-Disc Special Edition for this title.
Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $1.25
We were pleasantly surprised by this film. It's become one of our favorite action/adventure films!
The Princess Bride - Buttercup EditionThe Princess Bride - Buttercup Edition
Buy new: $22.49 / Used from: $3.83
Another classic fantasy film that no fantastical DVD collection is complete without! This year (2007) marks its 20th Anniversary.
The Rescuers Down Under (Disney Gold Classic Collection)The Rescuers Down Under (Disney Gold Classic Collection)
Buy new: $14.49 / Used from: $9.25
I haven't seen the original film in so long that I can't compare the two ... but the sequel stands well on its own, as well as teaching an important lesson on wildlife conservation.
Robin Hood (Disney Gold Classic Collection)Robin Hood (Disney Gold Classic Collection)
Buy used from: $7.99
This edition is no longer available, but you can currently purchase the "Most-Wanted Edition".
Rugrats Go WildRugrats Go Wild
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $0.86
I thoroughly enjoyed this film. The current Nickelodeon animated franchise has not disappointed us.
Rugrats in Paris - The MovieRugrats in Paris - The Movie
Buy new: $8.49 / Used from: $1.76
This is our favorite “Rugrats” film to date!