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On December 8, 1941, the Disney Studio was taken over by the military as part of the war effort. Making the most of the talent that hadn’t shipped out yet, Walt Disney spent the next four years creating and producing training, propaganda, and educational films for the Armed Forces. In addition to these films, this extraordinary volume also includes the full-length feature “Victory Through Air Power.” Released theatrically in 1943, this powerful propaganda film has never bee… More >>
Walt Disney Treasures – On the Front Lines
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#1 by Anonymous on April 16, 2010 - 5:45 pm
Hello
I have been waiting impatient for this little beauty. Got it last week. Big surprise: When I opened the proberly sealed box from Disney, there was only a empty DVD case in it without any DVD!
First they let you wait a few month and then all you get is a empty box. Great!!!!!
Kind Regards A
Rating: 1 / 5
#2 by D. Carpenter on April 16, 2010 - 5:51 pm
I didn’t realise this had happened to other people. But i ordered this off Amazon, got it a week or so later only to find an empty case.
Rating: 1 / 5
#3 by M. Buentello on April 16, 2010 - 8:47 pm
This is my first “Disney Treasures” DVD. Since I grew up with Disney’s cartoons (I’m 29), I want my daughter to see the beautiful classic Disney cartoons of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s. Those are the classics; they are timeless. It is delightful to see a piece of history, but while they must have been funny and entertaining at the time, today they are not. They show a darker side of Disney. I was a bit disturbed to see these cartoons with my daughter, especially when Donald Duck was about to commit suicide with a gun on his head in one of the shorts. It was disturbing to see “Education for Death” and “Little chicken”, but I know the intention at the time was for propaganda. I’m sure it served its function and since I love WWII history and I’m a Disney fan, I give this piece of work four stars.
One thing about the Disney classics of the Treasure series, is that they transcend time, in other words, they don’t show a specific time period, but unlike the rest of the series, “On the Front Lines” do: the WWII era. And because it is not apt for my daughter to watch, I take away one star.
In all, I recommend this DVD for Cartoon Disney Collectors, or WWII enthusiasts, but be warned, it is not really amusing and I really don’t think is apt for young children.
Rating: 4 / 5
#4 by Garry F. Forde on April 16, 2010 - 9:04 pm
Better than expected, just what I was after, very well presented a true collectors item.
Rating: 4 / 5
#5 by Inspector Gadget on April 16, 2010 - 9:45 pm
Back when Walt Disney ran the studios (before nephew Roy took over and flushed everything down the toilet with sickening political correctness and worthless, endless direct-to-video sequels) he almost bankrupted his own company to help promote America’s role in WWII to the masses. Everything from encouraging folks to sign up for the army, save their kitchen fat, pay their taxes and buy war dollars.
This limited edition Walt Disney Treasures box set includes all of the entertainment, educational and propoganda shorts Disney made during WWII. On the second disc you’ll also find the long forgotten animated feature Victory Through Air Power. Every one of the shorts have been remastered wonderfully and all look bright and vibrant with practically no damage. Of particular note are the shorts Der Fuehrers Face, Education for Death and The Winged Scourge (which you should NOT watch while eating.
Many of the shorts contained in this set are unbelievably xenophobic (though this is to be expected) and would never be allowed today. I am so glad they are all presented in their uncut form. The bonus is that most of these have not been seen for years as after the war ended they became obselete.
So now, in a time of controversal conflict, seeing America’s attitude to war back in the 40’s and comparing it with the attitude now is very interesting.
You must get this. Presented in a beautiful tin case with great inserts as usual. All of the Disney Treasures sets are great but this is my fave so far.
Rating: 5 / 5