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Hans Christian Andersen

Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
Brand: TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENT
EAN: 9780792849087
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Subtitled, NTSC
ISBN: 0792849086
Label: MGM (Video & DVD)
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
Number Of Items: 1
Picture Format: Pan & Scan
Publisher: MGM (Video & DVD)
Region Code: 1
Release Date: March 06, 2001
Running Time: 112 minutes
Sales Rank: 1984
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Theatrical Release Date: 1952

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Editorial Review:

Description:
Once upon a time, there lived in Denmark a young shoemaker named Hans Christian Andersen whose magical tales delighted boys and girls throughout the land. Filled with music, laughter and 'wonderful, glittering fun' (L.A. Examiner), this charming fable follows the adventures of the legendary storyteller and 'recaptures the spirit of fairyland make-believe for children of all ages' (Southern California Motion Picture Council). Nominated* for six OscarsÂ(r), Hans ChristianAndersen is pure enchantment! Danny Kaye 'is a delight' (Cue) as Hans, who one day journeys beyond the borders of his small village, across the sea and into the dazzling city of Copenhagen. There he encounters marvels and wonders beyond his wildest dreams...and finds the inspiration forsome of his most unforgettable characters such as 'The Little Mermaid,' 'The Ugly Duckling,' 'Thumbelina' and many more! *1952: Art Direction (Color), Cinematography (Color), Costume Design (Color), Scoring of a Musical Picture, Song, 'Thumbelina', Sound

Amazon.com:
Of all the Danny Kaye movies, this musical biography of the legendary vagabond storyteller is definitely the most poignant, extending the performer's range far beyond his usual comic shtick. It may not be as funny as Wonder Man, but it has so much more going for it. In fact, the film is really more about Kaye than Andersen, providing rare insight into his humanitarian ideals and rapport with children. The Frank Loesser score is beautiful, as is the Technicolor cinematography. Among the songs performed, 'Inchworm,' 'Thumbelina,' and 'Ugly Duckling' are the standout favorites. --Bill Desowitz




Rating: - Han Christian Anderson
Saw this movie when I was a small child. It is still good after all these years.

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Rating: - Enjoyment for all ages!
At first when I bought this movie, I was really excited since I remember watching this when I was ... Read More

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Rating: - One of my all time favorites
I personally think this is one of Danny Kaye's best films, even though it's certainly not his most ... Read More

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Rating: - A Classic
I find the the film has a few deficiencies, like some of the dramatic scenes are a bit long. But it ... Read More

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Rating: - Great for all ages
This film is a delight, wonderful to be enjoyed by kids from 3-4 years and older by themselves or with ... Read More

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