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Summary: Geepers, Scooby Doo: Where are you???
Review: I am a big fan of Scooby Doo and grew up watching the program in the 70s. My children now, all under 7, enjoy the programs as well on the Cartoon Network. So I write this as somewhat of a lay-expert on our favorite teenage crime unit. This movie, The Witches Ghost, is an alarming departure from past Scooby movies and shows. I am communicating my problems with it for the sake of parents of (what I believed to be) the targeted audience for the program - children under 12. 1. The story line involves a real witch using very real magic. Without giving away the plot, constant themes in the movie are hell, witchcraft, demons, and intense terror. If it sounds like old Scooby shows, this episode goes way beyond anything covered by the cartoon before. For a young child, this is way too intense. The cartoon resembles a teenage horror movie more than a children's cartoon. 2. The inclusion of a strong religious theme is completely inappropriate. Wicca, the religion of witchcraft, is a constant theme of the video story, and the religion is giving a very positive billing. At one point, one of the Scooby-gang says to a practicing witch, "You are Wicca? That is so cool!" Finally, the music of the video is sung by the Hex-girls, the girl band in the story, one of whom is a practicing witch. The lyrics refer to the wicca faith and practices of worshiping the Earth and nature. Again, this is out-of-line for children's programming. (Would Christanity or Judaism ever recieve this covert plug from Time Warner/AOL???) 3. Finally, the entire story looks more like a teenage cartoon terror flick than a children's Scooby Doo show. As Shaggy would say, this show will give your children, "The Creeps." It is that intense. Be warned - if you are buying this for your children, give it some serious thought. If you are some teenager still stuck in a world of Saturday morning cartoons and do not have anything better to do than watch Scooby Doo, then have at it... I wish a certain teenage detective agency would investigate why in the world the Cartoon Network went into this territory with a classic kid's cartoon.
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Summary: My Four-Year Old is Under a Hex Girl's Spell
Review: My 30-year old husband and four-year old son are both big Scooby fans-- both the classic and the new updates. In this modern-era movie, the gang is out to reveal the mystery behind Oakville's witches ghost, and find they are facing more than just one witch. But is it really a witch? Modern touches are added with a band of girls whose gimmick is "witchery" with fangs and black lipstick-- but they're "just eco-goths." Yes, one character is Wiccan which is like saying one character is a Shaman. There is nothing cultish or evil to shield your young ones from. And no, I'm not a Wiccan. Nice references to the classics galore: it helps to be in on the jokes. My dad wouldn't find this charming or amusing but we do. My kid loves Daphne and sings one of the Hex Girls' songs. And Amazon: his name's Fred, *not* Frank. And it's "***meddling*** kids"!
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Summary: Are you a good witch or a bad witch?
Review: As a Wiccan myself I was thrilled to see Wicca portrayed in a positive light...I know that this is the main issue for many parents with this particular Scooby video which is sad since it's simply that - a Scooby video and should be looked at as such. It's not brain surgery, but rather a chance to get your scooby snack fix! I am a parent too, and although my own daughter is an infant, I'm very careful with what I allow her to watch and what I plan to let her watch in the future - this is one of those things I think she can certainly handle - simply explaining that Wiccans are peaceful healers who are in tune with the Earth's energies is not pushing children into the occult. Wiccans aren't the witches of Bedknobs and Broomsticks, of Harry Potter or of any other children's book - education is the key - at least this video takes a step in that direction. Let the kids relax and enjoy this video - they might learn something in the process...that's just what Velma was trying to say!
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Summary: Scooby-Doo and the Witch's Ghost Rocks!
Review: I think the title says it all. This is a great movie. As a scooby fan myself, this is my favorite scooby movie of all time. It's very believable, and very realistic. The story is great, and the music is EXCELENT! It's a very funny, unique movie, that will make you want to watch it over and over again!
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Summary: NOT appropriate for small children!
Review: I agree with the viewers who were concerned at the mention of the Wiccan religion and occult element. (And before anyone writes off my opinions as "just another narrow-minded conservative, Christian," let me point out that I don't have a problem with the old Scoobys, Harry Potter, or witches in children's fiction, i.e. "Bedknobs and0 Broomsticks," etc.) Let's try and shelter our kids a little more. This movie is just too scary and weird for them.
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Summary: Not Scooby's Best, But Still Good
Review: Perhaps if I had not seen "Scooby Doo On Zombie Island," I would have given this 4 stars. I feel this is a real good movie. The images are well done and the content of the story has a historical background. Twists and turns are well placed. The music is memorable, the comedy is cute, and the action is well done. My only complaint is that this doesn't seem to have the superb organization, suspense, and shocks of "Scooby Doo On Zombie Island." As I said on my "Scooby Doo on Zombie Island" review, I admire Scooby's ability to create a scarey movie without sacrificing character development, without going way beyond the line of plausibility, and being able to create suspense and fear without extreme graphics. I give him 1/2 box of Scooby Snacks for this film, and a whole box for "Scooby Doo On Zombie Island."
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Summary: THE WITCH IS REAL
Review: This 70 min video features the crew with only minor changes to the outfits of Freddy and Daphne. The voices are exactly like the old familiar series. Velma gets lots of time. The video features tunes by "Billy Ray Cyrus" and "HEX". UNFORTUNATELY THE FAMILIAR GENRE OF HAVING A BAD GUY UNMASKED IS MISSING. THE EVIL WITCH IS REAL. This video is set at Halloween BUT Goes Far Beyond, and may not be appropriate for those who have non-occult values and/or children who are impressionable.
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Summary: Scooby Doo Meets a New England Ghost Witch!!!!!!!
Review: The gang is back and this time they're investigating a small New England town's spectral visitor, the ghost of a long ago persecuted witch. Spooky happenings, excessive eating, Scooby Snacks and of course the Ghost make this a worthwhile purchase for every Scooby fan. There are also a couple of plot twists to keep even the most seasoned Scooby veteran guessing. A rocking soundtrack accompanies all the Scooby and Shaggy antics, as well as the chase scenes. If you like this movie check out Scooby Doo on Zombie Island which is far scarier and an even better movie. A nice treat for Scooby fans!
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Summary: GRAT MOVIE FOR KIDS!
Review: When I saw this movie I loved it. I think the Hex Grils are cool.My mom,dad and me loved the joks and songs. I don't get why people don't like it.
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Summary: WONDERFUL
Review: kristin.m thought this was a Great movie; some parts I did not see coming. Some little kids could get scared. But if you love Scooby-Doo you will love this movie too.This movie is funny and for the whole family. The part I really liked was when the Hex Girls sang. I like the whole movie best though.
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