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DVD America's Heart and Soul
With its spectacular sweep of earthly treasures--the peak of Mt. Everest, a lush valley in the Western U.S., a whirl of land and sky as seen from the cockpit of an aerobatic flyer--America's Heart and Soul is an unusual Disney documentary visually grand yet thematically intimate, focusing on two dozen people from around the country who have found purpose through their passionate endeavors. First-time director Louis Schwartzberg embraces the soulful, gritty, sometimes painful cost of American freedom in the stories of cowboy Roudy Roudebush, a recovering alcoholic; Marc and Ann Savoy, Cajun musicians whose family has lived on the same Louisiana land for seven generations; and California dancer-mountainside rappeller Amelia Rudolph, who choreographs eccentric performances below the cliffs at Muir Beach. Chapters about ex-con Michael Bennett, who survived prison to become the U.S. Olympic Boxing Team captain, and the Reverend Cecil Williams, founder of a truly inclusive church in San Francisco, are particularly inspiring. --Tom Keogh
America's Heart & Soul sweeps across America in brilliant color as Americans tell the story of life in all its beautiful diversity. This is as much a story of the heart's desire for freedom as it is the story of individual contributions by creative individuals creating art by tapping into their heart, mind and soul.
Dancers play with gravity as they dance on rock faces and explain why we often feel a sense of wanting to throw ourselves into the freedom of falling. Decorated cars become moving art to bring happiness wherever they travel. Steel workers buy their factory to save their jobs and health insurance coverage. A former seal swims through traffic in New York as he delivers letters and faces numerous challenges.
There is also a sense of determination as a woman notes: "I've been broke many times, but I've never been poor." This story asks many questions about what it means to be rich in spirit and tells the story of how many American's find more freedom and happiness far away from the big cities.
Americans tell the story of home and belonging. There is humor, art, music and scenes in nature so profoundly beautiful it will inspire you to make plans to travel to various states. Fields of purple grapes, emerald swamps, majestic mountains and aerial views make this a stunning presentation.
Through watching Disney's celebration of the American Spirit you will get a sense of "This is how life should be." I loved the humor in the section with the Vermont Dairy Farmer. There are courageous, funny, passionate and memorable musical moments.
Special Features:
Four Extended Musical Performances
Behind-The-Scenes Featurette
Audio Commentary with Director/Produces Louis Schwartzberg
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A remarkable look at American and it's people
Sometimes we get so caught up in the politics of our country that we forget to focus on what makes it great and that is the people who live here. This film explores diverse cultures, passions and artistic expression in a way that draws you in with your heart open to these differences. I was in awe over the beauty of the lives portrayed; some simpler then others but all full of meaning and purpose. As was stated in the film, it is about "simply people doing remarkable things" and that is truly the best way to describe it. You cannot watch this film without a few tears shed as you realize the message of the film and how it applies to each and everyone of us. Truly a great film that can be enjoyed more than once.
Most enjoyable, uplifting movie I've seen in a LONG time
This movie is great! I've shared the DVD with some friends, they never heard of the movie, but after viewing they agree it's one of the best they've ever seen. This movie reminds you about the wonderful people that live and work in the USA. It reminds you that America is not great because of our Govt., but in spite of it due to the outstanding, motivated, inspiring people. People just living life as they desire, and at the same time adding something to everyone else's life. Another good thing is the way this movie is set-up you can watch a little at a time if you like, although I'd recommend you watch it all the way through. Great scenes, wonderful photography, fun stories and just a great feel good movie.
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THE ADVENTURES OF BULLWHIP GRIFFIN, a western comedy-rouser from Disney, gets it's long awaited DVD debut. Roddy McDowall, Suzanne Pleshette and Karl Malden (all veterans of Disney live action films) lead the impressive cast.
McDowall plays a meek butler from Boston, suddenly landed in the wild wild west, in the thick of the gold rush. Romance, adventure and comedy abound with Suzanne Pleshette an eyeful as saloon cutie Arabella Flagg. The cast also includes Harry Guardino, Richard Haydn, Hermione Baddeley, Cecil Kellaway and Joby Baker.
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