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SPECIAL FEATURE: KID TREATS
DVD & VIDEO REVIEWS
by Veronica Mixon Fall 2003
	The Brave Little Toaster Disney DVD - What a charming surprise! I can't believe that this little gem isn't better known and distributed on the big screen. Based on a story by the sci-fi genius Thomas M. Disch, this wonderful tale of friendship and loyalty is reminiscent of the more popular "Toy Story" animated movies. A group of appliances live in the summer cottage where they await the return of a young boy they call 'The Master.' The toaster, desk lamp, radio, electric blanket and vacuum cleaner decide to go to the city to find the Master. Along the way, they face danger, an assortment of challenges and a group of jealous more modern appliances at the city apartment. There is a wonderful escape from the "parts" store and the wonderful voice talents of Jon Lovits and Phil Hartman who mimics Jack Nicholson. The disc has a delight featurette, "The Making of The Brave Little Toaster." This DVD is a precious gem!
	Kim Possible Disney DVD - From the hit TV series, Kim Possible, your average teenage girl out to save the world and returning home in time for dinner. This new DVD has three awesome episodes and one never-before-seen adventure. Smart and cool, fans of the show will love it. The disc has a music video, "Say the Word," Series Premiere Episode, "Crush," and Kim's Most Wanted Wacko Bad Guys Game. Great gift.
	A The Apple Dumpling Gang Disney DVD - Don Knotts and Tim Conway are two of the most hysterical outlaws in the Wild West. When a bachelor (Bill Bixby) inherits three young orphans, he also gets loads of problems. The kids stumble upon a huge golden nugget and they must fend off greedy townspeople. So, the kids get the bumbling outlaws to stage a robbery. Laughs galore! The disc is stuffed with loads of extras including a cartoon -- "Two Gun Goofy," conversations with Tim Conway, Disney's Back lot Lost Treasures & Rootin' Tootin' Cowboy Heroes, audio commentary and much, much more!

	Power Rangers Ninja Storms: Lightning Strikers & Power Rangers Ninja Storm: Looming Thunder Buena Vista Home Entertainment - Two new adventures for the Power Rangers. In "Lightning Strikers," Choobo scores with a scheme that changes the balance of power in the universe. Hunter and Blake are warped into thinking the Wind Rangers are their enemies. The result is a Megazord battle that all Rangers must face. In "Looming Thunder," Dustin's new motorcross buds seem too cool to be true to Tori and Shane, but Dustin can't resist their high-speed lifestyle. It's no coincidence that the trouble begins as soon as they arrive. There is tons of action and adventure in both discs. Fans will enjoy these additions to their collection.
	Return From Witch Mountain & Escape to Witch Mountain Disney DVD - An Two adventures about Tia and Tony Malone in the fantasy adventure about the psychic powers of two young orphans. In "Escape to Witch Mountain," the kids are lured into the mansion of an evil millionaire (Ray Milland) and then befriended by a friendly camper (Eddie Albert) when they flee. Of course they must use their powers to escape. In the sequel, "Return to Witch Mountain," the kids are lured into an evil scientist's scheme while visiting Los Angeles. Christopher Lee and Bette Davis appear in the most kid-friendly roles of their careers. Both discs include audio commentary with the director; a "making the film" featurette, Disney Studio albums from 1975 and 78; and much, much more. This is classic Disney.
	Baby Einstein" Baby Galileo Discovering The Sky Disney DVD - The wonderful DVD introduces babies and toddlers to the wonders in the sky above -- the sun and moon, fluffy clouds, shimmering stars, colorful planets and whirling galaxies. This original and inspiring look at the our universe will pique your baby's curiosity through spectacular images, toys, puppets and beautiful music by Mozart, Chopin, Schubert and Tchaikovsky. The disc has Discovery cards, Puppet shows and a DVD-rom coloring book. Parents will love it as much as kids!
	Stitch! The Movie Disney DVD - What happens when Stitch, who was experiment 626, goes searching for his extraterrestrial family. It means more havoc on the Hawaiian Islands! Laughs galore as Stitch, Lilo, Pleakley and Dr. Jumba deal with a new nemesis and 625 other experiments. Cute! The disc is stuffed with loads of extras including music video, a gallery of the other experiments and a trivia challenge. Fans will love it!
	The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars & The Brave Little Toaster to the Rescue Disney DVD - The Two new adventures from the creative team of "The Brave Little Toaster." In "The Brave Little Toaster to the Rescue," Toaster, Blanky, Lampy, Radio and Kirby the vacuum cleaner are living with Rob, the Master, who is a college student. The gang befriend some animals who are sent to a testing laboratory. Through teamwork, they must rescue their new friends. The adventure also has four new songs. In "The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars," Rob's baby has been mysteriously beamed to Mars. Our heroes plus a bunch of new household items including a microwave, fan, calculator, etc. must go off and rescue the baby. The voice talent of Farrah Fawcette, Carol Channing, Wayne Knight and Alan King enhance the story. Both discs have a specific and engaging look at the behind the scenes of the creative team. You'll love these two movies!
	Edited by Veronica Mixon images courtesy of Buena Vista and Walt Disney to TOP