Hans Christian Andersen
starring: Danny Kaye, Farley Granger, Zizi Jeanmaire, Joseph Walsh, Philip Tonge
directed by: Charles Vidor
directed by: Charles Vidor
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A completely fabricated biography of the famous danish fairytale writer hans christian andersen featuring danny kaye.Studio: Tcfhe/mgmRelease Date: 02/12/2008Starring: Danny Kaye Zizi JeanmaireRun time: 112 minutesRating: NrDirector: Charles Vidor
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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
A completely fabricated biography of the famous danish fairytale writer hans christian andersen featuring danny kaye.Studio: Tcfhe/mgmRelease Date: 02/12/2008Starring: Danny Kaye Zizi JeanmaireRun time: 112 minutesRating: NrDirector: Charles Vidor
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
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: 
- A wonderful entertainment for the entire family
I enjoyed this movie when I was a child and I enjoy it now again. The movie has two levels one that fit children and the other, which needs mature eyes and adult way of understanding. Every one can find in it something to identify with. The beautiful songs sung by Danny Kaye are very enjoyable and well known. The movie is based on some of Andersen's famous stories, "The little mermaid" is followed by a nice balet performance for all dance lovers. This is the second same DVD that I'm buying, the first ... Read More
Rating: - Family Favorite
This timeless classic is one of our family favorites!!!!I'm SO glad to have it in a DVD and I can't wait to share it with our grandchildren!!!
Rating: 
- Hans Christian Andersen
I love Danny Kaye and asked my grand daughter to watch this movie with me on TCM. She is 10 but still she enjoyed this movie so much all she could do was talk about it the next day. I thought it would make a good birthday gift for her. This dvd was cracked when I recieved it. Fortunatly I was able to use it! Maybe this seller should look their merchandise over before they ship.
Rating: - Great movie ...
What a great movie!Danny Kaye really shines in the lead role.
As you know, the music was written by the great Frank Loesser.
One of the songs from the movie, 'Anywhere I Wander', was recorded as an instrumental by Saxophonist David Sanborn, on the album 'Heart to Heart'.It is one of David Sanborn's older albums, but one of my favorites!
This movie is definitely worth watching, and very family friendly.
Rating: - Great job
I was very happy with speed of service and crisp picture of the movie. Would most likely order more of this same movies.
- A wonderful entertainment for the entire familyI enjoyed this movie when I was a child and I enjoy it now again. The movie has two levels one that fit children and the other, which needs mature eyes and adult way of understanding. Every one can find in it something to identify with. The beautiful songs sung by Danny Kaye are very enjoyable and well known. The movie is based on some of Andersen's famous stories, "The little mermaid" is followed by a nice balet performance for all dance lovers. This is the second same DVD that I'm buying, the first ... Read More
- Family FavoriteThis timeless classic is one of our family favorites!!!!I'm SO glad to have it in a DVD and I can't wait to share it with our grandchildren!!!
- Hans Christian AndersenI love Danny Kaye and asked my grand daughter to watch this movie with me on TCM. She is 10 but still she enjoyed this movie so much all she could do was talk about it the next day. I thought it would make a good birthday gift for her. This dvd was cracked when I recieved it. Fortunatly I was able to use it! Maybe this seller should look their merchandise over before they ship.
- Great movie ...What a great movie!Danny Kaye really shines in the lead role.
As you know, the music was written by the great Frank Loesser.
One of the songs from the movie, 'Anywhere I Wander', was recorded as an instrumental by Saxophonist David Sanborn, on the album 'Heart to Heart'.It is one of David Sanborn's older albums, but one of my favorites!
This movie is definitely worth watching, and very family friendly.
- Great jobI was very happy with speed of service and crisp picture of the movie. Would most likely order more of this same movies.
