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Peter & The Wolf
Product Group: Video
Studio: Bmg Video Label
ISBN: 1568120451
EAN: 9781568120454
UPC: 743212808032
VHS Tape
Running Time: 60 minutes
Original Release Date: 1996-03-19
Theatrical Release Date: 1996-03-19
Release Date: 1996-03-19
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
SKU: BX014-060925002
Condition: Used: Very Good
Comments: Jim Gamble Puppet Productions (not BMG). Non-rental VHS in original box. Box is clean and shiny, light corner/edge wear. Tape looks great, plays great.
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Editorial Reviews
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Amazon.com
Sergei Prokofiev's symphonic masterpiece, first performed in Russia in 1936, has been lauded not only for the spectacular musical score, but also for the story itself--of a young boy who outwits a wily wolf. George Daugherty brings this timeless tale to modern audiences by seamlessly weaving live-action with animation and music by the RCA Symphony Orchestra. The story opens as a grandfather (Lloyd Bridges) hosts his daughter (Kirstie Alley) and grandson (Ross Malinger from Sleepless in Seattle) during a visit to his country cottage. After lunch, the trio settles in as grandfather recounts "The Story" of Peter's adventures with a bird, cat, and dizzy duck on the outskirts "of a very dark forest." The film morphs into a clever cartoon designed by the legendary Chuck Jones (of Wile E. Coyote fame). The "story within a story" leaps to life while the accompanying musical instruments also emerge as playful personalities. It is no wonder this heartwarming family film has received numerous awards for bringing an appreciation of classical music to young viewers. Equally excellent are the DVD bonuses including a making-of featurette, and a captivating introduction to the symphony orchestra. (Ages 5 and older) --Lynn Gibson
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Customer Reviews
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Peter & the Wolf - DVD
Rating  (4)
Date: 2008-04-07
Does an excellant job of capturing my 4 1/2 year daughter's imagination. She had already heard the story read to her. Seeing this video/audio presentation gave her tangible and enjoyable experiences for the characters, the story, and of course the connection between the musical instruments and the characters.
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Peter & the Wolf DVD
Rating (4)
Date: 2008-03-08
I have used this version of Peter and the Wolf (originally on VHS) for years in teaching elementary music. My only frustration is that the dialogue obscures many of the musical themes. However, the feature at the end of the story - "The Musical World of..." makes up for this somewhat. I frequently show that section first.
In addition, the DVD has a "game" on matching various animals with instruments which is extremely good for K thru 2nd.
The production is ideal for a family and can be adapted well for classroom.
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the cd you sent me was cracked so I cannot play it! I need to return it to you for an exchange. Please contact me.
Rating  (1)
Date: 2008-02-12
0 out of 6 customers found this reveiw helpful
Please contact me as you sent me a cd that has a crack in it. It will not play. I was trying to show it to my class at school and was very disappointed that it was damaged. This is the second time I've received a defective cd from you.
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Students were engaged while watching this version
Rating (4)
Date: 2008-01-03
I've shown other versions of Peter and the Wolf to my students which were fine. This version has an interesting mix of non-fiction and fantasy and is more contemporary, helping students to relate well.
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Lots of value for the money!
Rating  (5)
Date: 2007-10-18
2 out of 2 customers found this reveiw helpful
This DVD was well worth the less than $10 I paid for it. I am using it at school and my students have been mesmerized. The extra features are an added bonus - an introduction to instruments of the orchestra and the cutest game! There are 25 different combinations in the game in which you can match an instrument sound with an animal. This DVD is a fresh approach to a classic story!
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