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Darby O'Gill And The Little People | 
| Director: Robert Stevenson
Actors: Sean Connery, J.g. Devlin, Walter Fitzgerald, Jack Macgowran, Kieron Moore
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Category: DVD
List Price: CDN$ 16.99
Buy New: CDN$ 9.21
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Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 914
Format: Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled)
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: D33570D
UPC: 786936233599
EAN: 0786936233599
ASIN: B0001I55SI
Theatrical Release Date: June 26, 1959
Release Date: August 3, 2004
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From Amazon.com
Purportedly one of Walt Disney's most personal pet projects, Darby O'Gill shows the effort and care put into it. Even now the special effects hold up shockingly well. Darby O'Gill is an estate caretaker, but in his advanced years he's more fond of telling tall tales in the local pub about the wee folk than keeping the grounds. A new man (a very youthful Sean Connery) is sent in to take his place, and O'Gill doesn't know what will become of himself and his daughter. He snags three spectacular opportunities, however, when he catches the king of the leprechauns. This film is whimsical without being silly, supernatural without being outlandish, and all and all a treat for the whole family. --Keith Simanton
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| Customer Reviews: Read 12 more reviews...
 Full screen but not a total loss... July 2, 2004
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
It is true that this release will be "full screen", however I believe it is an open matte full screen vs. a pan-and-scan, meaning you will get the full image as seen in theaters, plus a little extra top and bottom. It is also quite possible the director framed his shots with the full-frame in mind, knowing it would be exhibited that way in some venues. More importantly, the TV Special "I Captured the King of the Lephrecauns" is listed as an extra feature. Whether we'll be getting the show in its entirety or merely some clips is yet to be seen, but this show was just as entertaining and important as the feature it supports and I hope they have the common sense to include the full hour program.
 I love this movie... June 25, 2004
Michael Cornett (Takoma Park, MD USA)
...and I generally dislike Disney films!This dates from the time when Disney wasn't afraid to be dark and eerie. The story balances whimsy with supernatural terrors and is appropriate for both Halloween and St. Patrick's Day. This film lovingly depicts an Ireland of times gone by, and perhaps an Ireland that never truly was. Nevertheless, the culture is saturated in fairy-tales and ghost stories, and everyone seems to believe. A love letter to simple village life, and to the power of storytelling, and the Emerald Isle's vibrant and exuberant folklore. Well-acted (except for Janet Munro, who seems to always be reading cue cards), lushly photographed, and the special effects hold up VERY well in these days of overly obvious CGI. If you're Irish, or just enjoy a good fairy tale, or a good ghost story, then this is for you. Not to be missed!
 Classic Live-Action Disney Mutilation! June 22, 2004
Glenn M. Schoditsch (Richmond, Virginia)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Alas, one of Walt Disney's most personal pet projects, and I might add one of the best special effects motion pictures ever made without cheesy CGI assistance, Disney has chosen to "Blackbeard" another brilliant live-action Disney classic. Disney has chosen to maliciously release this wonderful film in Full Screen Format robbing the viewer the beautiful verdant scenery of Ireland. Why Disney continues to torture the consumer is completely illogical. Why an enjoyable but mediocre release of "Now You See Him, Now You Don't" receives an OAR release over "Darby" is beyond comprehension. Just keep boycotting these releases until Eisner is history.
Warning! Full Screen Release June 18, 2004
Justin J. Johnson (Ogden, UT USA)
According to all information released by Disney, this is just a cheap FULL SCREEN version. If you are a movie collector, don't buy this crap. Wait for Disney to release a real version of the movie.
Are you Irish? June 10, 2004
Geoffrey (Redondo Beach, CA United States)
This is a must viewing for anyone that is Irish. The songs get stuck in your head and it makes you proud of your roots. Plus it has Sean Connery in it! I have it on VHS, but haven't been able to watch it for a while because, well, I hate VHS. Pick a copy up and trust me, you'll whole family will like it.
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