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Storybook International Collection 10 Disc Set
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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: G (General Audience)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 0188711000448
Format: Box set, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Label: Starmaker II
Languages: English (Original Language),
Manufacturer: Starmaker II
Number Of Items: 10
Publisher: Starmaker II
Release Date: March 25, 2006
Running Time: 1560 minutes
Studio: Starmaker II
Theatrical Release Date: 1985
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Editorial Review:
Product Details Actors: Storybook International Format: Box set, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC Language: English Region: All Regions Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Number of discs: 10 Rating: G Studio: Starmaker II DVD Release Date: March 25, 2006 Run Time: 1560 minutes This ageless series, available for the first time on DVD, features 65 folktales gathered from around the globe. Watch stories of mistaken identities, impossible tasks, clever tricks and romantic adventures set in various cultures. The traditional narratives have been wonderfully adapted and filmed on locations scattered around the world using native performers. With their messages of hope and perseverance, these best-loved tales from far away lands will entertain viewers of all ages. Shot all across the globe from Russia to Ireland, India to Scandinavia -- Storybook International provides hours of enjoyment for children both young and old. As the New York Times has said, these "lavishly produced" tales are "the equivalent of good library books" and the "perfect distraction for a rainy afternoon." Exotic locations and breathtaking cinematography transport viewers into faraway lands they could only imagine and will want to visit time and time again, providing a refreshing air of authenticity rarely found in filmed fairy tales. With something for everyone, these 65 tales in a 10 DVD set are a wonderful mix of humor, action and romance and will teach viewers about family values and morals as well as giving them insight into a multitude of different cultures. This critically-acclaimed series has become an important part of many school curriculums and its lessons will be sure to stay with children years later.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Storybook International
I bought this for a multicultural class I was teaching and am somewhat disappointed because the DVDs are marred and stop playing at various intervals and because my students(4th & 5th graders) are fairly bored with the stories.
Rating:  - Wow
I came across this title unexpectedly and, based on the previous two reviews, decided to give it a shot. This set of 10 DVDs covers 65 folktales from around the world, and each episode is filmed on location and acted by indigenous actors.
Our reaction: We watched our first episode tonight. After a lovely song introducing the series, we watch A Hundred Cattle from Africa. My kids loved it and were very intrigued by the people, their way of life, and how they handled problems. This ... Read More
Rating: - Simply wonderful
This is a beautifully told, engaging series for young and old. My husband and I watch together with our 9 year old daughter and 4 year old son; we all look forward to each episode. They are delightfully staged -- haven't found a clunker yet! I love having my children see the costumes, cultures, landscape and architecture of so many other countries. I also love that we've had many a lively discussion about the lessons imparted through these simple, gentle folktales. Highly recommended.
Rating: - Excellent Series
Having never viewed this series when it originally aired, I had the privilege of viewing it while the DVDs were in preproduction. The large variety of tales from all over the world is impressive. I also didn't expect the episodes to be so entertaining or well-produced considering native speakers and actors were used to film each tale in the land it came from. This is the most comprehensive and collection of folktales on film for family viewing to date. It is also highly recommended for public libraries ... Read More
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