Peter & The Wolf Review

December 18, 2008 by The Cranes · Leave a Comment 

Earlier this month, the timeless tale of Peter & The Wolf was released on DVD from Magnolia Home Entertainment.

I saw the short film twice, once alone at work and the second time with the kids (ages 5 and 3) on our “Night at the Movies.” It was easy to know why this was an [...]

Sleeping Beauty Review

October 27, 2008 by The Cranes · Leave a Comment 

On October 7th SLEEPING BEAUTY: 50TH ANNIVERSARY PLATINUM EDITION was released on DVD.

Mom in the City reviewer Toby Crane shared the following:
First, this reissue of Sleeping Beauty is loaded. My family not only enjoyed the picture, but I (as a music teacher) was thrilled with the “extras”. They included a [...]

Thomas & Friends™: The Great Discovery Review & Giveaway

September 9, 2008 by The Cranes · 12 Comments 

Recently, Mom in the City reviewer Toby Crane shared his thoughts on the all-new direct-to-DVD movie Thomas & Friends™: The Great Discovery which features Pierce Brosnan as the new narrator. The DVD is available starting today (9/9/08) for a SRP of $19.98. (One lucky Mom in the City member will also win their [...]

Movie Review: Bob the Builder: Building Bobland Bay

March 25, 2008 by The Cranes · Leave a Comment 

At last Bob gets a house, and not just a house! The whole story is divided into three parts, really, and other projects are included. Before the last, “Fantastic Flex,” special features are inserted. These must be done by the same company and are included as promos due to having room on [...]

Underdog Movie Review

February 29, 2008 by The Cranes · Leave a Comment 

Underdog (Review by Toby Crane)
On the first viewing, the kids did not understand all that was happening in the movie, but my 4 year old was able to sing some of the theme song. His favorite part was the clip of the old cartoon, which helped him to see what underdog was. This [...]