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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: G (General Audience)
Binding: DVD
Brand: Ff
EAN: 9780788832154
ISBN: 0788832158
Label: Walt Disney Video
Manufacturer: Walt Disney Video
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Walt Disney Video
Region Code: 1
Release Date: February 12, 2002
Running Time: 58 minutes
Sales Rank: 9213
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Theatrical Release Date: August 01, 1958
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Description:
Disney celebrates the legends that inspired a country with classic stories of real American heroes in this all-new, full-length animated collection, DISNEY'S AMERICAN LEGENDS! You'll meet the doers and dreamers who made America great -- including John Henry, the railroad builder, who proved the value of believing in oneself. John Henry was created using rough-style animation over a scratchboard background, a technique that dates back to Disney's 101 DALMATIANS! This artistic style was chosen specifically by the director in order to convey the power and emotion of the story. Journey with the giant lumberjack Paul Bunyan as he clears the land for American settlers. Follow the trail of the beloved American icon Johnny Appleseed, whose peaceful planting of apple trees blossomed along the new frontier. Then take an unforgettable ride with Casey Jones, The Brave Engineer, who never failed to deliver the mail, no matter how difficult the route! Each story is introduced by celebrated actor James Earl Jones, and filled with unforgettable characters, adventure, and memorable songs. Gather the family together and enjoy these timeless tales ... an experience no childhood should be without!
Amazon.comn:
American history and pioneer mythology blur in this collection ofanimated Disney shorts hosted by James Earl Jones. From Disney's Golden Age comethe marvelous Johnny Appleseed (1948), a fanciful, folksy, story-songtale of the real-life planter who seeded the Midwest, and The BraveEngineer (1950), a screwball version of 'The Ballad of Casey Jones.' PaulBunyan (1958) is pure tall tale turned energetic American myth: the giantlumberjack is a homespun Zeus in flannel and logger boots creating the mountainsand valleys of the American West with his big, blue ox, Babe. Joining theseclassics is Disney's stylized new take on the folk song John Henry(2000), narrated by Alfre Woodard. The sketchy, roughed-up style echoes JacobLawrence in moments, and the rich soundtrack soars with spiritual-influencedmusic. Like the best of Disney, these spirited folk tales speak to both childrenand adults. --Sean Axmaker
Customer Reviews Average Rating: 
Rating:  - American Legends
I'm a kindergarten teacher and this is a great video to suppliment a k-1 unit on any of these famous characters from American legend.Short, easy to follow, beautifully animated. With introductions by James Earl Jones, it's a wonderful video to own.
Rating: - Music teaching lead-in to heroes songs....
As a Music Teacher, I do NOT like to show videos or DVD's.It is a waste of instructional time.When I am ill, a
substitute, who is not certified in Music is assigned to my classes.This VHS tope allowed me to come back
and teach a "Heroes and Legends" unit.I have a wonderful choral selection about Johnny Appleseed, and this
film sparked the children's interest.James Earl Jones is a formidable, repectable teacher and a role model for
children, also.I hope ... Read More
Rating: - Fantastic
Just a quick review on my recent American Legends dvd purchased from Amazon. One word.. Fantastic. Amazon has to be my all time favorite place to shop. Whatever I purchase is always quickly delivered, in perfect condition, with no problems ever.. American Legends is a fantastic dvd for children of all ages. Educational plus entertaining to one and all. If you've never seen it, order it. You won't be sorry you did.
Rating:  - Not what I expected.
I was excited to get this DVD.I love Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan and John Henry!Could have done without Casey Jones (Train Engineer).I was very excited to see John Henry and was shocked to see that they made a whole new one in its place.Why?From what I remember from the original I do not understand why Disney felt the need to make a new one.To be more PC?To make the story more happy-go-lucky?Don't know but it was really disappointing.
I also wondered why Pecos Bill (another favorite ... Read More
Rating: - Disney at its Best
This video has four well-known tall tales.It is enjoyable for young and old alike.I purchased it to show as a climax to a tall tale unit with my 5th graders.They all said it was worth watching.
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