Category: Family

The Adventures of Milo and Otis

The Adventures of Milo and Otis on VHS. Movie starring the voices of Kyoko Koizumi, Soren Kragh-Jacobsen, Dudley Moore, Shigeru Tsuyuki. Directed by Masanori Hata. 1986.

The Adventures of Milo and Otis on VHS. Movie starring the voices of Kyôko Koizumi, Dudley Moore, Søren Kragh-Jacobsen, Shigeru Tsuyuki. Directed by Masanori Hata. 1986.

A curious kitten named Milo and his inseparable friend. a pug-nosed puppy named Otis, tumble through one exciting escapade after another in The Adventures of Milo and Otis, a heartwarming live-action film.

Milo and Otis start life together on a farm ad spend their days exploring the barnyard and the surrounding countryside. One day, the little feline is swept down a rushing river and Otis takes off in pursuit to rescue his friend, thus beginning a series of adventures.



Freaky Friday

Freaky Friday on VHS. Movie starring Barbara Harris, Jodie Foster, John Astin, Dick Van Patten, Kaye Ballard, Ruth Buzzi. Directed by Gary Nelson. 1976.

Freaky Friday on VHS. Movie starring Barbara Harris, Jodie Foster, John Astin, Dick Van Patten, Kaye Ballard, Ruth Buzzi. Directed by Gary Nelson. 1976.

From the VHS box cover:

It could only happen on Friday the 13th! That’s when the tomboyish Annabel (award winning actress Jodie Foster) switches bodies with her mother, Ellen — and suddenly finds herself responsible for running the household! And Ellen, now in her daughter’s body, faces the challenges of school, including a typing test, field-hockey practice and more!



Dumb And Dumber

Dumb And Dumber on VHS. Starring Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Lauren Holly, Teri Garr. Directed by Peter Farrelly and Bobby Farrelly. 1994.

Dumb And Dumber on VHS. Starring Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Lauren Holly, Teri Garr. Directed by Peter Farrelly and Bobby Farrelly. 1994.

From the VHS box:

For Harry And Lloyd Every Day Is A No-Brainer

Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels are too lame to live — and too dense to die — as a pair of deliriously dimwitted pals on a cross-country road-trip to return a briefcase full of cash to its rightful owner. Along the way they’ll confound cops, kidnappers and anyone and everyone who has the misfortune of crossing paths in this comic caper for every idiot in the family!



The Fool and the Flying Ship

The Fool and the Flying Ship on VHS video. Starring Robin Williams. Illustrations by Henrik Drescher. Based on a Russian Folk Tale. Adapted by Eric Metaxas. Directed by C.W. Rogers. 1991.

The Fool and the Flying Ship on VHS video. Starring Robin Williams. Illustrations by Henrik Drescher. Based on a Russian Folk Tale. Adapted by Eric Metaxas. Directed by C.W. Rogers. 1991.

From the VHS box cover:

Rabbit Ears Presents

Robin Williams’ menagerie of voices and The Klezmer Conservatory Band’s spirited melodies combine hilariously in this wacky retelling of a famous Russian folktale in which a country fool and his crew of superhuman “moujiks” unite to win the hand of the Tsar’s daughter.

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The Dream Is Alive

The Dream Is Alive on VHS. Starring Walter Cronkite, David Leestma, George Nelson, Sally Ride. Directed by Graeme Ferguson. 1985.

The Dream Is Alive on VHS. Starring Walter Cronkite, David Leestma, George Nelson, Sally Ride. Directed by Graeme Ferguson. 1985.

From the VHS box:

A Presentation Of The Smithsonian Institution’s National Air And Space Museum And Lockheed Corporation In Association With The National Aeronautics And Space Administration.

The Dream is Alive takes you into space alongside the astronauts on the space shuttle. Share with them the delights of zero gravity while working, eating and sleeping in orbit around the Earth. Float as never before over the towering Andes, the boot of Italy, Egypt and the Nile. Witness firsthand a tension-filled satellite capture and repair and the historic first spacewalk by an American woman.

The Dream is Alive was filmed in the IMAX format and exhibited in IMAX theaters worldwide. This video version is digitally mastered from original 70MM film elements with the sound components specially mixed and mastered to produce the highest quality Dolby Surround soundtrack.

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Jonathan Livingston Seagull

Jonathan Livingston Seagull on VHS. Starring James Franciscus, Juliet Mills, Philip Ahn, Hal Holbrook. From the book by Richard Bach. Directed by Hall Bartlett. 1973.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull on VHS. Starring James Franciscus, Juliet Mills, Philip Ahn, Hal Holbrook. From the book by Richard Bach. Directed by Hall Bartlett. 1973.

From the VHS box:

“You have the freedom to be yourself, your true self, here and now, and nothing can stand in your way.” Jonathan Livingston Seagull’s words, from the best-selling novel by Richard Bach, bring into sharp focus the intense and extraordinary determination of Jonathan, who envisions another world — one of love, understanding, achievement, hope and individuality. An evocative musical score by Neil Diamond is paramount to the film’s mood.

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Living Free

Living Free on VHS. Starring Nigel Davenport, Susan Hampshire, Geoffrey Keen. Based on the book by Joy Adamson. Directed by Jack Couffer. 1972.

Living Free on VHS. Starring Nigel Davenport, Susan Hampshire, Geoffrey Keen. Based on the book by Joy Adamson. Directed by Jack Couffer. 1972.

From the VHS box cover:

The heartwarming story of three lion cubs struggling to survive in one of nature’s most treacherous settings is brought to life in Living Free, the sequel to “Born Free.” Set against the spectacular backdrop of East Africa, this true adventure continues the story of Joy and George Adamson and “Elsa,” the lioness they once raised and set free. Elsa returns to the Adamsons because she is dying. Joy and George are then faced with a painful decision — should they shelter Elsa’s cubs from the dangers of the African wilds, or should they set them free? A touching story of dedication and courage, Living Free confronts the dilemma of letting go or holding on to what you love.

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Bob Ross Getting Started With Oil Colors

Bob Ross Getting Started With Oil Colors on VHS video. Starring Bob Ross. 1998.

Bob Ross Getting Started With Oil Colors on VHS video. Starring Bob Ross. 1998.

From the VHS cover:

Learn how to paint with the Bob Ross “anyone can paint” method. Learn to use his tools and color to experience “The Joy of Painting.”

Presented in Bob Ross’ own warm and patient style, this “Getting Started” video will take you through the Ross Wet-on-Wet method of painting in oil color. The Wet-on-Wet technique is a very free and expressive way of painting. It’s a great way of fulfilling your dreams of creating beautiful paintings and most importantly, it happens quickly. Bob covers in great detail all the tools he uses from the start — priming the canvas, to the finish — cleaning your brushes. During the video he shows how to create various trees, shrubs, skies, clouds, mountains, water and even a cabin with his unique method of mixing and blending colors directly on the canvas.

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Cirque Du Soliel: Journey of Man

Cirque Du Soliel: Journey of Man on VHS. Documentary, family, drama film starring Ian McKellen, Nicky Dewhurst, Brian Dewhurst. Directed by Keith Melton. 2000.

Cirque Du Soliel: Journey of Man on VHS. Starring Ian McKellen, Nicky Dewhurst, Brian Dewhurst. Directed by Keith Melton. 2000.

From the VHS cover:

Includes Behind The Scenes Featurette!

Cirque Du Soliel Journey of Man is a breathtaking odyssey that follows the stages of human development from birth to maturity with each stage presented by a Cirque Du Soliel act. The signature Cirque Du Soliel celebration of color, light, music and costume combine with a backdrop of various natural and historical landmarks around the world creating a triumph of artistry beyond compare.

From the opening explosion of light and sound that represents the universe’s formation, Cirque Du Soliel Journey of Man leads us through the birth of the Universal Child as it travels from childhood, through adolescence and manhood on to maturity. An awe-inspiring feast for the senses, incomparable artistry and stylish elegance make this an adventure of a lifetime.

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Arabian Nights

Arabian Nights on VHS. Starring Mili Avital, Alan Bates, James Frain, John Leguizamo, Tchéky Karyo, Jason Scott Lee, John Hallam, Dougray Scott. Directed by Steve Barron. 2000.

Arabian Nights on VHS. Starring Mili Avital, Alan Bates, James Frain, John Leguizamo, Tcheky Karyo, Jason Scott Lee, John Hallam, Dougray Scott. Directed by Steve Barron. 2000.

From the box:

When Night Falls, The Adventure Begins!

A legendary heroine, Scheherazade (Mili Avital), saves her kingdom and her own life by seducing her husband, Shahryar’s (Dougray Scott) imagination with the fantastical tales of Aladdin, Ali Baba, and other larger-than-life heroes, warriors and djinns.

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