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The Nightmare Before Christmas (DVD)

Danny Elfman (voice), Chris Sarandon (voice) and Henry Selick (director)

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Synopsis

Tired of being an object of fear for small children, Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloweentown, sets out to replace Santa Claus and oversee Christmas festivities for a year. A trio of ghastly ghouls is assigned to the task of kidnapping Saint Nick; meanwhile, Jack attends to the Yuletide activities, giving them a frightful new twist in the process.

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Review

Chicago Sun-Times, 10/22/1993, p.34, "...First, go for the story. Then go back just to look in the corners of the screen, and appreciate the little visual surprises and inspirations that are tucked into every nook and cranny..."

Chicago Sun-Times, 10/27/2000, p.40, "...A feast for the eyes and the imagination..."

Sight and Sound, 12/01/1994, p.53-4, "...A rich, inventive score by Danny Elfman..."

New York Times, 10/09/1993, p.13, "...Delectably ghoulish....A major step forward for both stop-motion animation [and for Burton]..."

Empire, 01/01/2008, p.198-199, 5 stars out of 5 -- "[With] vivid background characters, underplayed by deeply felt relationships, priceless gags and thoroughly hummable tunes which inspire varied and imaginative musical sequences."

Entertainment Weekly, 12/23/1994, p.81, "...Charming...A terrific package..." -- Rating: A

Title Note

CAV Laserdisc #2774CS is a special edition that features supplementary materials, including theatrical trailers, a 45-minute "making of" documentary, alternate audio-track commentary, a still-frame supplement, deleted scenes, an illustrated hardcover book, MTV promos by director Henry Selick, and two Tim Burton shorts, "Vincent" and "Frankenweenie." CLV Laserdisc #2236AS is a movie-only edition and does not include any extra materials.

Color by Technicolor.

Rated BBFC PG by the British Board of Film Classification.

Copyright Touchstone Pictures.

Distributor Note

Now digitally restored and remastered with state-of-the-art technology, THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS is deeper, darker and more brilliant than ever -- just as Tim Burton originally envisioned it. Can Christmas be saved? Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere!

Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas

Enter an extraordinary world filled with magic and wonder -- where every holiday has its own special land ... and imaginative, one-of-a-kind characters! THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS tells the heartfelt tale of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, and all things that go bump in the night. Bored with the same old tricks and treats, he yearns for something more, and soon stumbles upon the glorious magic of Christmas Town! Jack decides to bring this joyful holiday back to Halloween Town. But as his dream to fill Santa's shoes unravels, it's up to Sally, the rag doll who loves him, to stitch things back together. This critically acclaimed movie milestone captured the heart and imagination of audiences everywhere with its Academy Award(R)-nominated stop-motion effects, engaging Grammy(R)-nominated music, and the genius of Tim Burton (BATMAN, PLANET OF THE APES). THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHIRSTMAS -- a delightful treat the whole family will enjoy!

Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment

Release Note

DVD Features:

2-Disc Set
Region 1
Collectors Edition
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound - English, French, Spanish
Subtitles - French, Spanish - Optional
Additional Release Material:
Featurette: "Jack's Haunted Mansion Holiday Tour"
Audio Commentary: Audio Commentary with Tim Burton, Henry Selick, and Danny Elfman
Deleted Scenes and Test Footage
Documentary: Making-Of Documentary
Trailers: Tim Burton Presents FRANKENWEENIE (Uncut Version) with an Exclusive Introduction
Shorts: Tim Burton's Directorial Debut - VINCENT
Additional Audio Material: Tim Burton's Original Poem Narrated by Christopher Lee

DVD Features:

Region 1
2-Disc Set
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound - English, French, Spanish
Subtitles - French, Spanish - Optional
Additional Release Material:
Additional Audio Material - Tim Burton's Original Poem Narrated by Christopher Lee
Audio Commentary - Audio Commentary with Tim Burton, Henry Selick, and Danny Elfman
Bonus Shorts - Tim Burton's Directorial Debut - VINCENT
Deleted Scenes and Test Footage
Documentary - Making-Of Documentary
Featurettes - "Jack's Haunted Mansion Holiday Tour"
Trailers - Tim Burton Presents FRANKENWEENIE (Uncut Version) with an Exclusive Introduction

Special Edition Features:

Letterboxed
Behind-the-Scenes look at Making of Film
Original Theatrical Trailer
Bonus Tim Burton Shorts: "VINCENT" and "FRANKENWEENIE"

Product Notes

Tim Burton's stop-motion animated feature finds Pumpkin King Jack Skellington thinking the grass is greener over in Santa Claus's holiday. He marshals all his goblins and ghouls to take over Christmas, but alas--poor Jack belongs to Halloween. An amazing visual and musical feast that should be seen at least twice to catch all the kinks and quirks in the nooks and crannies. Academy Award Nominations: Best Visual Effects.

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5 out of 5 stars Classic, all year round!, September 3, 2008
By Halloween lover
I just saw this movie for the first time, in the middle of the summer! This is a great movie for kids and adults alike, gotta love Tim Burtons visual style and great humor. Great for Halloween! Ill definitely keep it in mind for October.

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