American Legends
starring: Jerry Colonna, Ken Darby, Jon Dodson, The King's Men, Bud Linn
directed by: Jack Kinney, Les Clark, Mark Henn
directed by: Jack Kinney, Les Clark, Mark Henn
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Consists of new narration by james earl jones which is interspersed with the disney shorts john henry (2000) johnny appleseed (1948) paul bunyan (1958) and the brave engineer (1950).Studio: Buena Vista Home VideoRelease Date: 12/21/2004Starring: James Earl Jones - HostRun time: 57 minutesRating: NrDirector: Lara Shapiro
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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
Consists of new narration by james earl jones which is interspersed with the disney shorts john henry (2000) johnny appleseed (1948) paul bunyan (1958) and the brave engineer (1950).Studio: Buena Vista Home VideoRelease Date: 12/21/2004Starring: James Earl Jones - HostRun time: 57 minutesRating: NrDirector: Lara Shapiro
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
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- great for studying American Tall Tales
I remember watching the Paul Bunyan film back when I was a kid and I've always remembered the details of his legend because of it. I used this DVD as a teaching companion for my daughter's k12.com homeschool unit on American Legends. We enjoyed all the tales on this DVD; Paul Bunyan, Casey Jones, John Henry, and Johnny Appleseed. Well presented and a fun way to learn!
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.
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- 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
- great for studying American Tall TalesI remember watching the Paul Bunyan film back when I was a kid and I've always remembered the details of his legend because of it. I used this DVD as a teaching companion for my daughter's k12.com homeschool unit on American Legends. We enjoyed all the tales on this DVD; Paul Bunyan, Casey Jones, John Henry, and Johnny Appleseed. Well presented and a fun way to learn!
- American LegendsI'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.
- 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
- FantasticJust 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.
- 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
