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Summary: Good DVD
Review: No apparent transfer problems from a good master film. Video and audio are good enough but appear to not have ben redone for transfer to DVD. The video shows little noise (white or black specs) mostly apparent where a reel change would have occurred. Still, the video appears in very good condition. Perhaps the source film itself has been reconditioned or maintained since it was originally released in 1936. Audio is English mono. No subtitles or Close Captioning. Basic menu functions of play, scenes, and trailers. DVD came in a keep case. No bios or extras.This may or may not be relevant. This is the second DVD by Anchor Bay Entertainment that I've purchased (I haven't gone through my entire library to see which others). The first has too many discrepancies between the spoken word and the subtitle. This one has no subtitles or Close Captioning. Proper subtitle or close captioning would have greatly enhanced the DVD. Perhaps an old film like this is in such small demand that the expense would have been financially prohibitive. Further vigilance towards this company's releases is warranted.
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Summary: Let's not compare
Review: The 1930s version of Little Lord F. is a classic. Back then films were "finished" and crafted. Art and music were integral to the whole film. Today, we look mostly at the characters to see if they resemble us. Freddie was the ideal for the 1936 film, and Rickey appealed to many of us because he was more "American." But if you want to see class, just review the parlor scene with the classic folk song, and watch the actors get it right on the dot. This isn't snobbism. It is just knowing what the finer points are.
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Summary: Little Lord Fauntleroy
Review: The 1936 version is good! But, the 1980 remake for TV, staring Alec Guiness and Ricky Shroeder, is the Five Star Version to us. We too, have been looking for the 1980 remake for many years. We origionally had a copy on Beta, which has long since become unviewable. Until then we watched the video every year at Christmas. This year, our daughter and son-in-law searched the internet extensively, for the 1980 version. They finally ended up giving up, and purchased the 1936 version on DVD for us. We would be very greatful to anyone who can tell us how to get the 1980 film. Thank you!
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Summary: Little Lord Fauntleroy - 1936
Review: The 1936 version is NO where near as good as the 1980, remake for TV version, staring Alec Guiness and Ricky Shroeder. We too, have been looking for the 1980 remake, to replace our Beta copy. Until our tape became no longer viewable, and our Beta machine gave out, our family watched the 1980 copy of Little Lord Fauntleroy, every year at Christman. We really miss that tradition and hope which ever studio owns the rights to the movie, will release it for distribution to the public, SOON.
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Summary: Little Lord Fauntleroy - the Ricky Schroeder version.
Review: This (and the 1936 version) are tremendous films easily counted in the top 50 films of all time. I am hoping that the 1936 version will be released in the colorized version in DVD. The current B/W version is alright, but I like the Colorixed versions better. I am also looking for the Ricky Schroeder 1980 version on DVD. I do have the 1980 version on VHS. For those interested the box is marked "1980 by Starmaker Entertainment, Inc, Eatontown, NJ 07724. I purchased it in the early 1990's (guess I was lucky) for my video library.
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Summary: Everyone dreams of a long lost rich relative
Review: This story has been filmed several times through the centuries. Each brings with it the strengths and weaknesses of the time period in which it was made. A few examples are:
1914 - Gerald Royston - Cedric Erroll
1921 - Mary Pickford - Little Lord Fauntleroy/Dearest
1936 - Freddy Bartholomew - Cedric `Ceddie' Erroll
1976 - Glen Anderson - Lord Fauntleroy
1980 - Rick Schroder - Lord Fauntleroy (Ceddie Errol)
1995 - Michael Benz - Cedric Errol
2003 - Aleksei Vesyolkin - Cedric
As with any story everyone has there favorite interpretation. This is a review of the 1936 version.
Ceddie (Freddy Bartholomew) is a well meaning kid, which is wise beyond his years and very well mannered. He lives alone with his mother Dearest (Dolores Costello Barrymore.) He is the product of his environment (America depression era) where he is mentored by a wise grocer (Guy Kibbee,) and befriended by others such as the shoe shine boy (Mickey Rooney.)
Turns out that he is the long lost grandson of the Earl of DorinCourt (C. Aubrey Smith,) and heir to an estate in England. So he is "Little Lord Fauntleroy." He is removed from the only home he knows and whisked off to England. There he does not realize that his grandfather can not stand his mother (they never met) so she has to stay in another house.
All is going swimmingly until the "Real Little Lord Fauntleroy" the son of the other brother shows up. Now what will happen? Is `Ceddie' destined to be second fiddle? Will his mother go back to America? What do his old friends think when they find out? Looks like curtains for everyone.
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Summary: 1980 Version Available!
Review: To anyone who is interested - you can find the 1980 version on E-Bay.
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Summary: Little Lord Fauntleroy
Review: What a great classic, is Little Lord Fauntleroy. We have an old taped copy of this wonderful film with Alec Guiness and Ricky Schroeder. I have been trying for years, unsuccessfully, to purchase a copy of this video. Since connecting to the internet, I was hoping I would be able to find a copy to purchase. Unfortunately, I have had no luck. But I came across a review on your page from a lady also looking for a video copy to buy. An excellent movie. With so many great movies available it does remain a favourite with us. We would love to purchase a copy.
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Summary: A true classic for the family
Review: Yes, it's the original ! Even the hard-to-find (perhaps impossible...)Ricky Schroder version cannot match Freddie Bartholomew in this classic for the family. Mickey Rooney plays in this delightful story of sudden-riches and difficult decisions. Enjoy.
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