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intereact!Director: Frank Capra
Actors: James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell, and Henry Travers
Rated: NR (Not Rated)
Retail Price (not our price): $19.98
Release Date: 1995-09-19
Theatrical Release Date: 1947-01-07
Studio: Republic Pictures
Format: Array
Format: Black & White, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Discs: 1
Editorial Reviews (supplied by Amazon.com):
1) Amazon.com essential video
Now perhaps the most beloved American film, It's a Wonderful Life was largely forgotten for years, due to a copyright quirk. Only in the late 1970s did it find its audience through repeated TV showings. Frank Capra's masterwork deserves its status as a feel-good communal event, but it is also one of the most fascinating films in the American cinema, a multilayered work of Dickensian density. George Bailey (played superbly by James Stewart) grows up in the small town of Bedford Falls, dreaming dreams of adventure and travel, but circumstances conspire to keep him enslaved to his home turf. Frustrated by his life, and haunted by an impending scandal, George prepares to commit suicide on Christmas Eve. A heavenly messenger (Henry Travers) arrives to show him a vision: what the world would have been like if George had never been born. The sequence is a vivid depiction of the American Dream gone bad, and probably the wildest thing Capra ever shot (the director's optimistic vision may have darkened during his experiences making military films in World War II). Capra's triumph is to acknowledge the difficulties and disappointments of life, while affirming--in the teary-eyed final reel--his cherished values of friendship and individual achievement. It's a Wonderful Life was not a big hit on its initial release, and it won no Oscars (Capra and Stewart were nominated); but it continues to weave a special magic. --Robert Horton
Customer Reviews (supplied by Amazon.com):
Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5
1) My favorite movie is now in my house! [Rating: 5 out of 5]
I am so excited to finally be the proud owner of the DVD showing my favorite movie of all time. Awesome seller! I think I received it in the mail about 30 seconds after I ordered it. Very impressed!2) Great Timeless Classic [Rating: 5 out of 5]
One of the most inspiring movies out there. The DVD had nice features of past interviews, etc. Great movie that should be viewed regularly. We watch this movie every year.3) It's A Wonderful Life in color [Rating: 5 out of 5]
This is a great make over in color. My wife & I lovede it even more than the balck & white. You have to watch them both.4) Definitely a heartfelt movie. [Rating: 5 out of 5]
Nothing like watching a movie that's good for the soul. This movie brings you to a point where you see life in a different way. Definitely a spirit lifter. If you are looking for a "good pick me upper" then this movie will do it. The "all things happen for a reason" visual. An excellent classic that's a must see to grasp it's meaning. Enjoy!5) Mr. [Rating: 5 out of 5]
A GREAT feel good movie for the family. My family always watches this movie during Christmas.