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(More customer reviews)The two discs here contain nine episodes: 5 on the first disc, 4 on the second (see my run-down below). Each episode is comprised of a short, live-action framing sequence, the story itself in pleasing animation, and another live-action scene to tie up the tale. Recall that this series was produced for television, thus each episode is approximately 26 minutes long. Also, despite being produced for TV, overall I must say that everything is very well done.
The live-action sequences are detailed (costumes, scenery, etc.) and tie in nicely with the story itself. The animated sequences are detailed and visually pleasant. One of the directors, Dianne Jackson, had directed The Snowman, and another, Dave Unwin, directed the 1995 version of The Wind in the Willows, so if you enjoy "old-school" animation that is more evocative of watercolor than CGI, the visuals will be right up your alley.
If you are looking for a way to introduce your kids to classic stories, are a fan of Beatrix Potter, or just enjoy a nicely produced bit of animation, then I would highly recommend these DVDs. I enjoyed them, my wife enjoyed them, my kids enjoyed them, and (I suspect even) my cat enjoyed one or two.
In terms of the episodes contained, here is the list by disc:
Vol 1:
- The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny
- The Tale of Mr. Tod
- The Tale of Two Bad Mice and Johnny Town-Mouse
- The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Mr. Jeremy Fisher
- The Tailor of Gloucester
Vol 2:
- The Tale of Samuel Whiskers of the Roly-Poly Pudding
- The Tale of Tom Kitten and Jemima Puddle-Duck
- The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies and Mrs. Tittlemouse
- The Tale of Pigling Bland
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