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Disney DVD Game World - Disney Princess Edition (2006)
Disney introduces a whole new kind of game with this interactive DVD game where children use their remote to play a virtual board game complete with spinner, game board, video clips, trivia questions, and interactive games. As newly crowned Princesses, players ages 5 to 8 are invited to enter an enchanted castle that features rooms inspired by Disney Princesses Ariel, Cinderella, Snow White, Mulan, Jasmine and Sleeping Beauty. One to four players take turns spinning the virtual spinner and moving through the castle’s rooms where they answer trivia questions based on Disney Princess movies, play simple games, and encounter mystery spaces that often lead to hidden trap doors and secret slides. Correct answers and successful game play earn a Princess one of six items (invitation, carriage, gloves, shoes, dress, and tiara) that will prepare her to attend a royal ball. The first Princess who earns all the necessary items wins the game, but don’t worry, all of the Princesses are invited to attend the ball at the end of the game. With over 250 different games, animations, activities, and trivia questions, players will likely experience a new game every time they play. A cynical parent might consider this game just an extended bonus feature without the accompanying video presentation, but young players are more likely to see it as an exciting new gaming medium. –Tami Horiuchi
Join Cinderella, Ariel, Belle, Sleeping Beauty, Jasmine, and Snow White inside an enchanted virtual castle, and become the ultimate Disney Princess. Be the first to collect all six of your royal items and you’ll advance to the bonus round where you and your court will be honored at the Royal Ball. DISNEY PRINCESS EDITION adds a pinch of pixie dust to the traditional board game, transforming it into a wondrous and immersive entertainment experience filled with virtual 3-D environments, imaginative mini-games and activities, surprise character visits, and more. It’s the perfect choice for your Family Game Night! Your remote controls your destiny.
Cars (Widescreen Edition) (2006)
There’s an extra coat of hot wax on Pixar’s vibrant, NASCAR-influenced comedy about a world populated entirely by cars. Lightning McQueen (voiced by Owen Wilson) is the slick rookie taking the Piston Cup series by storm when the last race of the season (the film’s high-octane opening) ends in a three-way tie. On the way to the tie-breaker race in California, Lightning loses his way off Route 66 in the Southwest desert and is taught to stop and smell the roses by the forgotten citizens of Radiator Springs. It’s odd to have such a slim story from the whizzes of Pixar, and the film pales a bit from their other films (though can that be a fair comparison?). Nonetheless, Cars is another gleaming ride with Pixar founder John Lasseter, who’s directing for the first time since Toy Story 2. There’s the usual spectrum of excellent characters teamed with appropriate voice talent, loads of smooth humor for kids and parents alike, knockout visuals, and a colorful array of sidekicks, including a scene-stealing baby blue forklift named Guido. Lightning’s plight is changed with the help of former big-city lawyer Sally Carrera (Pixar veteran Bonnie Hunt), the town’s patriarch Doc Hudson (Paul Newman), and kooky tow truck Mater (Larry the Cable Guy). The Incredibles was the first Pixar film to break the 100-minute barrier, but had enough story not to suffer; Cars, at 116 minutes (including some must-see end credit footage), is not as fortunate, plus it never pierces the heart. Trivia fans should have bonanza with the frame-by-frame DVD function; the movie is stuffed with in-jokes, some appearing only for an instant. Ages 5 and up. –Doug Thomas
From the acclaimed creators of TOY STORY, THE INCREDIBLES, and FINDING NEMO comes a high-octane adventure comedy that shows life is about the journey, not the finish line. Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on the old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson (Paul Newman), and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there’s more to life than trophies and fame. Revved up with a sensational soundtrack, featuring Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, James Taylor, and others, plus exciting bonus features, including the exclusive short movie “Mater And The Ghostlight,” CARS is full of freewheeling fun for everyone.
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Cars [Blu-ray] (2006)
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There’s an extra coat of hot wax on Pixar’s vibrant, NASCAR-influenced comedy about a world populated entirely by cars. Lightning McQueen (voiced by Owen Wilson) is the slick rookie taking the Piston Cup series by storm when the last race of the season (the film’s high-octane opening) ends in a three-way tie. On the way to the tie-breaker race in California, Lightning loses his way off Route 66 in the Southwest desert and is taught to stop and smell the roses by the forgotten citizens of Radiator Springs. It’s odd to have such a slim story from the whizzes of Pixar, and the film pales a bit from their other films (though can that be a fair comparison?). Nonetheless, Cars is another gleaming ride with Pixar founder John Lasseter, who’s directing for the first time since Toy Story 2. There’s the usual spectrum of excellent characters teamed with appropriate voice talent, loads of smooth humor for kids and parents alike, knockout visuals, and a colorful array of sidekicks, including a scene-stealing baby blue forklift named Guido. Lightning’s plight is changed with the help of former big-city lawyer Sally Carrera (Pixar veteran Bonnie Hunt), the town’s patriarch Doc Hudson (Paul Newman), and kooky tow truck Mater (Larry the Cable Guy). The Incredibles was the first Pixar film to break the 100-minute barrier, but had enough story not to suffer; Cars, at 116 minutes (including some must-see end credit footage), is not as fortunate, plus it never pierces the heart. Trivia fans should have bonanza with the frame-by-frame DVD function; the movie is stuffed with in-jokes, some appearing only for an instant. Ages 5 and up. –Doug Thomas
Disney Cars (Blu-ray) Disney/PIXAR’s “Cars,” the high-octane adventure comedy from the creators of “ToyStory,” “The Incredibles” and “Finding Nemo” now looks and sounds better than ever in this Blu-ray(R) disc created from the original source file. Hotshot race car Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) is living life in the fast lane - until he hits a detour and gets stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on Route 66. There he meets Sally, Mater,Doc Hudson (Paul Newman) and a heap of hilarious characters who help him discover there’s more to life than trophies and fame. Go deeper into the world of “Cars” than you ever dreamed possible in eye-popping visual clarity. Feel the sound of roaringengines and rock to the rhythm of some smokin’ roadhouse riffs with audio enhancement that puts thepedal to the metal! Experience “Cars” for the first time on Disney Blu-ray - Magic in High Definition.
Hannah Montana - Pop Star Profile (2006)
Stardom can be a heavy burden for a teenager, but Miley Stewart (Miley Cyrus) has always risen above the temptation to flaunt her fame, and firmly resolved to keep her true identity as teen rock star Hannah Montana a secret from her classmates, in favor of being perceived as a typical teenager. Miley’s resolve begins to falter in this foursome of episodes when famous television star Jake Ryan (Cody Linley) suddenly shows up as a new student in Miley’s class. Initially assuming that Jake is just another snooty superstar, Miley’s distaste quickly turns to confusion and jealousy over all the attention her fellow students, including her smitten best friend Lilly (Emily Osment), are lavishing on him. Miley’s inner turmoil results in an impulsive confession of her true identity to Jake and a local reporter. Miley’s father Robbie Stewart (played by Miley’s real-life father and famous country musician Billy Ray Cyrus) helps convince the local reporter that Miley is just another drama-loving teenager with grandiose dreams and typically wacky schemes. A visit from Aunt Dolly (played by country music icon Dolly Parton) helps Miley realize the importance of taking chances and reaching for her dreams. In the end, everyone learns an important lesson about being open-minded and staying true to one’s goals and beliefs. Bonus features include a “Nobody’s Perfect” stage performance video and a brief “The Real Miley Cyrus” featurette in which Miley talks about her childhood, home life, and relationship with her co-stars. (Ages 7 and older) –Tami Horiuchi
You’ve got an all-access pass to the exciting life of a celebrity in HANNAH MONTANA: POP STAR PROFILE! Relive Hannah’s drama when another big star comes on the scene and shakes things up. Plus, meet Miley Cyrus’s real-life family and experience Hannah live in concert! There’s a new kid in town, and he might just be more popular than Hannah Montana! Not only is Jake Ryan (Cody Linley) a hottie, he’s also a famous actor and the star of his own TV series. While “Miley” tries to keep her superstar identity (and her secret crush) under wraps at school, “Hannah” winds up guest starring on his show — with an on-screen kiss! As usual, her friends and family come to the rescue, but not before she makes her way through all sorts of hilarious adventures and learns not to judge people — especially celebrity-type people — by appearances alone. Y’all are gonna love being insiders in Hannah Montana’s rockin’ world!
Hannah Montana, Vol. 1 - Livin’ the Rock Star Life (2006)
Being the famous 14-year old rock star Hannah Montana isn’t easy, nor is the life of an average Los Angeles middle school student who’s trying to figure out her place in the social scene. Imagine, then, how difficult Disney Channel’s Miley Stewart’s life is considering she’s living both lives simultaneously. One of the most down-to-earth pop stars you’ll ever meet, Miley goes to exceptional lengths to keep her identity as Hannah Montana a secret from her best friend Lilly because she’s afraid of being treated differently in “Lilly, Do You Want to Know a Secret.” When Oliver’s obsession with Hannah Montana gets to be too much for Miley to handle in “Miley Get Your Gum,” she devises a gum-chewing scenario that just about guarantees an end to Oliver’s crush on Hannah Montana. Far from the usual adoring fan, Miley’s newest crush Josh actually says he doesn’t like Hannah Montana in “I Can’t Make You Love Hannah If You Dont,” so Miley sets out to change Josh’s musical preferences. The never-before-seen episode “Money for Nothing, Guilt for Free” finds rich snobs Amber and Ashley in ugly competition with Miley, Lilly and Oliver over a school contest to raise money for the needy while Miley’s brother Jackson is bent on beating his father at just about any kind of competition. Bonus features include the Hannah Montana music video “Best of Both Worlds,” a backstage interview with Miley Cyrus and her father Billy Ray Cyrus about following your dreams, and Miley’s audition tapes. (Ages 7 and older) –Tami Horiuchi
Put your hands together, y’all, for the hottest teen pop sensation to come from Tennessee to Malibu, Miley Stewart, aka . . . Hannah Montana! New on DVD! Watch three of your favorite episodes and one you’ve never seen before from the smash-hit Disney Channel original series — plus rockin’ exclusive bonus features including a behind-the-scenes look at Miley’s world, music videos, and more. Hannah Montana is living the rock star dream, with cool concerts, lots of limos, and a huge closet full of the latest styles. And the best part is, nobody knows that underneath all the glitz ‘n’ glamour she’s simply sweet Miley Stewart. Y’all won’t believe all the hilarious things she does to try to keep the biggest celebrity secret in the world from her best friends Lilly and Oliver while navigating the challenges of homework, crushes, and being accepted into the local social scene. It all works out, though, because this chick totally rocks!
Hannah Montana - Life’s What You Make It (2006)
Budding romance, discovering one’s personal identity, and the struggle to become self-sufficient are challenges every teenager faces, but things are even more complicated for teenage pop star Hannah Montana (Miley Cyrus) who’s trying to conceal her on-stage identity from her fellow classmates and just be normal girl Miley Stewart. Miley has managed to put thoughts of television heartthrob Jake Ryan (Cody Linley) out of her mind during his six month absence, but now that he’s back from shooting his movie in “Achy Jakey Heart Parts One and Two,” Miley is uncertain about whether or not she wants to date Jake. Add in strong feelings of jealousy regarding his popularity, her own resolve to keep her pop star identity a secret from her schoolmates and the public at large, and a growing unease about what kind of person Jake really is inside, and Miley is one confused teenager. “I Am Hannah, Hear Me Croak” finds Hannah losing her voice after an especially long concert and in need of a surgery that causes her to reexamine her whole sense of identity and could change her life forever. Miley and her father clash in “I Want You To Want Me. . .To Go To Florida” when Miley asserts her independence by flying to a concert across the United States without her father’s permission. In the end, it looks like both Miley and her father have a little growing up to do. All four episodes are brimming with great music, comedy from Miley’s brother Jackson (Jason Earles) and dad Robbie Ray (Billy Ray Cyrus), and a wholesome message about believing in oneself. Bonus features include Billy Ray Cyrus’s music video “Ready, Set, Don’t Go” and a backstage look at keeping secrets with the Hannah Montana cast. (Ages 7 and older) –Tami Horiuchi
Have you heard? Your favorite pop superstar is experiencing some big changes in Hannah Montana: Lifes What You Make It, the newest DVD release from the smash hit Disney Channel original series. Join Miley as she begins high school and faces tough decisions on take Jake back, wanting to travel without Dad, and worrying what her life would be without her rock star talent. Lifes What You Make It brings you closer than ever could through candid interviews with Miley and the entire cast, and a music video by Mileys real-life dad, Billy Ray Cyrus.
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