The Nutcracker Prince [DVD] [2007]

When I was eleven, I remember watching this version of "The Nutcracker" when it first came out on video, and I fell completely in love with it. I agree with the other reviewers about the not so top notch animation ; however the story line was intriguing. It is a bit different when comparing it to Tchaikovsky's ballet. This portrayal of the Christmas classic comes close to E.T.A. Hoffman's book "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King." (If you love the "Nutcracker" you should go read it. The best translation is by Ralph Manheim and illustrator by Maurice Sendak. Go check it out!) You have the leading character, Clara (Megan Fellows "Anne of Green Gables"), an adolescent girl who wants to hold on to her childhood. Nutcracker (Keiffer Sutherland), a young prince of the toys, who is cursed to live his life as a nutcracker. Uncle Drosselmier (I have no idea who play's this character) who is the instigator of Clara's and Nutcrackers meeting. Also, a handful of colorful supporting characters (the mouse queen played by Phylis Diller) that makes the story a delight to watch. Through out the story they have dance scenes and used Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" music as background music. What I mostly enjoyed in the movie is Clara's struggle to figure out what her true dreams are and whether to live in a fantasy world or face adulthood. The ending also leaves us questioning if Clara's adventures with her Nutcracker Prince was a dream or reality. Older children (as well as adults) will enjoy this movie. What I mean by older children (8 yrs and up) is that there is a bit of fighting and death scenes. Other than that, it's a great movie to watch during the holidays!

A lovely tale for both young & old .Exciting yet romantic , sad but happy ending .A must for all the family for Christmas , The Nutcracker.

I have been looking for the nutcracker film for years, and was over the moon when I saw this. Seller posted really quickly and I watched it with my fiance (he wasnt too impressed) but it took me back to when I was 5 years old watching it at christmas with my dad :)

This was on TV when I was a child and I hadn't seen it for years. I came across it browsing and had to order it for nostalgia. Brought back many memories when I watched it now as an adult with my own children.

We consider this version to be the best as is contains a magical feel.Been meaning to get this DVD for many years for my daughter (in her 20's) and was more than pleased to find this version on Amazon at a great price.Would recommend it to anyone and everyone.

A lovely Christmas film for children. So sweet the characters are really good.