Walt Disney Treasures: The Mickey Mouse Club Presents Annette - 1957-1958 Season (Collector's Tin)
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Annette. To legions of Mickey Mouse Club fans she was magic. Chosen by Walt himself as an original cast member, Annette soon became the most popular Mousketeer and was given a daily series of her own. Showcased here is the entire fish-out-of-water series, about an innocent girl from the country who moves to the suburbs to live with her well-to-do aunt and uncle. Airing during the third and final season of The Mickey Mouse Club, the 20-episode series was unlike earlier series -- it featured original music including the song that helped launch Annette's music career. Enriching this celebration of Annette are the two complete Mickey Mouse Club episodes that introduced and concluded the series, plus a new tribute to her remarkable career and more. Featuring exclusive introductions by film historian Leonard Maltin, this is a timeless collection from generations past for generations to come.
The series does seem a little dated, but Annette is so natural that she really does make it enjoyable, even 50 years after it was first broadcast. This serial is also a fantastic time capsule with the Disney-fied version of what the 1950's were like. Each episode of the serial is extremely short, as The Mickey Mouse Club itself was only half an hour at this point.
Bonus features include:
* "Musically Yours, Annette" - From a 1992 interview, Annette recalls her career as a recording star and her years on "The Mickey Mouse Club." Also includes interviews with Annette's fellow teen idols Paul Anka, Frankie Avalon, and Fabian. It is touching to see how Annette stayed unspoiled and natural, even in her contemporary interview segments. The admiration from her coworkers is also evident. The Sherman Brothers practically glow when they speak of her, and her record producer Tutti Camarata explains how "The Annette Sound" was created by overdubbing her vocals.
* "To Annette, With Love" - Is a newly produced tribute that has interviews with many of the same people as the other featurette. It is extremely touching to see Annette's reverence for Walt Disney and appreciation of him and how he guided her career. There is no artifice or canned emotion with her. Interview clips include her mother, Tutti, Shelley Fabares, and more.
* The Mickey Mouse Club - The complete first and last episodes of the popular television program that featured the "Annette" serial where were broadcast between February 11, 1958 and March 7, 1958.
This set also includes a Certificate of Authenticity (set limited to 39,500 copies) as well as a postcard size publicity photo of Annette from this serial. There is also the usual introductory booklet with a table of contents. A very nice set that will appeal to Annette's fans.
The serial had a charming story about high schooler Annette McCloud trying to adjust to city life after moving there from a rural area following the death of her parents. It also features a great supporting cast, most of whom would co-star on prime-time TV series soon after. Richard Deacon, who would play Ward Cleaver's co-worker Fred Rutherford on "Leave it to Beaver" and producer Mel Cooley on "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and later Roger Buell on "The Mothers In-Law," plays Annette's Uncle Archie; Sylvia Field, who would portray Mrs. Wilson on "Dennis the Menace," plays Annette's Aunt Lila; Tim Considine, who would play oldest son Mike on "My Three Sons" 1960-65, plays one of the boys interested in Annette; Shelley Fabares, who would play daughter Mary on "The Donna Reed Show" 1958-63, plays one of Annette's friends; and Roberta Shore, who would co-star with Annette in the Disney feature film, "The Shaggy Dog," and then play the ranch owner's niece on "The Virginian" in the 1960s, plays Annette's rival.
When "Mickey Mouse Club" episodes containing this serial were rerun on the Disney Channel a few years ago, the hayride episode in which Annette sings "How Will I Know My Love" was omitted. So it is nice to hear that all episodes are included in this set, as that song became a hit and launched Annette's recording career.
In short, this is a great nostalgic series and a true treasure for all fans of Annette Funicello.
I am esp thrilled to get Litterbug, a long time faovrite as well as Mathmagicland, Accident in the Home and Donald and the Wheel. Also Trick or Treat which I LOVE. Can't wait; ordered mine already! Now all we need is a Complete Ludwig Von Drake!
1951
Dude Duck, released on 2 March 1951
Corn Chips, released on 23 March 1951
Lucky Number, released on 20 July 1951
Out of Scale, released on 2 November 1951
Bee On Guard, released on 14 December 1951
1952
Donald Applecore, released on 18 January 1952
Let's Stick Together, released on 25 April 1952
Uncle Donald's Ants, released on 18 July 1952
Trick or Treat, released on 10 October 1952
Pluto's Christmas Tree, released on 21 November 1952 (cameo) - In A Mickey Mouse Cartoon.
1953
Don's Fountain of Youth, released on 30 May 1953
The New Neighbor, released on 1 August 1953
Rugged Bear, released on 23 October 1953
Working for Peanuts, released on 11 November 1953
Canvas Back Duck, released on 25 December 1953
1954
Spare The Rod, released on 15 January 1954
Donald's Diary, released on 5 March 1954
Dragon Around, released on 16 July 1954
Grin & Bear It, released on 13 August 1954
The Flying Squirrel, released on 12 November 1954
Grand Canyonscope, released on 23 December 1954
1955
No Hunting, released on 14 January 1955
Lake Titicaca, released on 18 February 1955
Bearly Asleep, released on 19 August 1955
Beezy Bear, released on 2 September 1955
Up A Tree, released on 23 September 1955
1956
Chips Ahoy, released on 24 February 1956
How To Have An Accident In The Home, released on 8 July 1956
1957
Cosmic Capers, released in 1957 (cameo)
1959
Donald in Mathmagic Land, released on 26 June 1959
How To Have An Accident At Work, released on 2 September 1959
1960s
Donald & The Wheel, released on 21 June 1961
The Litterbug, released on 21 June 1961
Annette. To legions of Mickey Mouse Club fans she was magic. Chosen by Walt himself as an original cast member, Annette soon became the most popular Mousketeer and was given a daily series of her own. Showcased here is the entire fish-out-of-water series, about an innocent girl from the country who moves to the suburbs to live with her well-to-do aunt and uncle. Airing during the third and final season of The Mickey Mouse Club, the 20-episode series was unlike earlier series -- it featured original music including the song that helped launch Annette's music career. Enriching this celebration of Annette are the two complete Mickey Mouse Club episodes that introduced and concluded the series, plus a new tribute to her remarkable career and more. Featuring exclusive introductions by film historian Leonard Maltin, this is a timeless collection from generations past for generations to come.
Customer Reviews:
Finally!
I have waited most of my life to see the whole Annette series. Somehow I didn't get to see the complete series. I love Annette and love this DVD! 2008-11-17
Wonderful Tribute To Disney Legend Annette
Continuing the fan-favorite Walt Disney Treasures collectible tin set, this one is "The Mickey Mouse Club Presents: Annette." Starring everyone's favorite Mouseketeer, Annette Funicello, showcased in an original 20-episode serial on DVD for the 50th anniversary of the serial's conclusion. This serial was featured on the Mickey Mouse Club and is presented in glorious black and white. Annette plays an orphan from the country who moves "uptown" to live with her wealthy Aunt & Uncle. Her aunt, played by Sylvia Field, will be recognizable as Mrs. Wilson from the original "Dennis the Menace" TV series. The "Annette" serial also stars Tim Considine and David Stollery (better known as "Spin and Marty") and Shelley Fabares, who became life-long friends with Annette.
The series does seem a little dated, but Annette is so natural that she really does make it enjoyable, even 50 years after it was first broadcast. This serial is also a fantastic time capsule with the Disney-fied version of what the 1950's were like. Each episode of the serial is extremely short, as The Mickey Mouse Club itself was only half an hour at this point.
Bonus features include:
* "Musically Yours, Annette" - From a 1992 interview, Annette recalls her career as a recording star and her years on "The Mickey Mouse Club." Also includes interviews with Annette's fellow teen idols Paul Anka, Frankie Avalon, and Fabian. It is touching to see how Annette stayed unspoiled and natural, even in her contemporary interview segments. The admiration from her coworkers is also evident. The Sherman Brothers practically glow when they speak of her, and her record producer Tutti Camarata explains how "The Annette Sound" was created by overdubbing her vocals.
* "To Annette, With Love" - Is a newly produced tribute that has interviews with many of the same people as the other featurette. It is extremely touching to see Annette's reverence for Walt Disney and appreciation of him and how he guided her career. There is no artifice or canned emotion with her. Interview clips include her mother, Tutti, Shelley Fabares, and more.
* The Mickey Mouse Club - The complete first and last episodes of the popular television program that featured the "Annette" serial where were broadcast between February 11, 1958 and March 7, 1958.
This set also includes a Certificate of Authenticity (set limited to 39,500 copies) as well as a postcard size publicity photo of Annette from this serial. There is also the usual introductory booklet with a table of contents. A very nice set that will appeal to Annette's fans.
2008-11-06
It's Annette, not Donald Duck
I think the previous reviewer reviewed the wrong DVD set, as I don't believe all those Donald Duck cartoons are included in this one. There may be a couple, as this set includes two complete episodes of the "Mickey Mouse Club." But this set features Annette Funicello and the live-action 20-part serial that she starred in during the Mickey Mouse Club's 1957-58 season and that is worth more than any Donald Duck cartoon.
The serial had a charming story about high schooler Annette McCloud trying to adjust to city life after moving there from a rural area following the death of her parents. It also features a great supporting cast, most of whom would co-star on prime-time TV series soon after. Richard Deacon, who would play Ward Cleaver's co-worker Fred Rutherford on "Leave it to Beaver" and producer Mel Cooley on "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and later Roger Buell on "The Mothers In-Law," plays Annette's Uncle Archie; Sylvia Field, who would portray Mrs. Wilson on "Dennis the Menace," plays Annette's Aunt Lila; Tim Considine, who would play oldest son Mike on "My Three Sons" 1960-65, plays one of the boys interested in Annette; Shelley Fabares, who would play daughter Mary on "The Donna Reed Show" 1958-63, plays one of Annette's friends; and Roberta Shore, who would co-star with Annette in the Disney feature film, "The Shaggy Dog," and then play the ranch owner's niece on "The Virginian" in the 1960s, plays Annette's rival.
When "Mickey Mouse Club" episodes containing this serial were rerun on the Disney Channel a few years ago, the hayride episode in which Annette sings "How Will I Know My Love" was omitted. So it is nice to hear that all episodes are included in this set, as that song became a hit and launched Annette's recording career.
In short, this is a great nostalgic series and a true treasure for all fans of Annette Funicello.
2008-10-29
FINALLY! The Complete Duck and nothing but the Duck so help me Donald
Here's what's going to be on these discs; Litterbug and Donald in Mathmagicland will also be included, YAY!
I am esp thrilled to get Litterbug, a long time faovrite as well as Mathmagicland, Accident in the Home and Donald and the Wheel. Also Trick or Treat which I LOVE. Can't wait; ordered mine already! Now all we need is a Complete Ludwig Von Drake!
1951
Dude Duck, released on 2 March 1951
Corn Chips, released on 23 March 1951
Lucky Number, released on 20 July 1951
Out of Scale, released on 2 November 1951
Bee On Guard, released on 14 December 1951
1952
Donald Applecore, released on 18 January 1952
Let's Stick Together, released on 25 April 1952
Uncle Donald's Ants, released on 18 July 1952
Trick or Treat, released on 10 October 1952
Pluto's Christmas Tree, released on 21 November 1952 (cameo) - In A Mickey Mouse Cartoon.
1953
Don's Fountain of Youth, released on 30 May 1953
The New Neighbor, released on 1 August 1953
Rugged Bear, released on 23 October 1953
Working for Peanuts, released on 11 November 1953
Canvas Back Duck, released on 25 December 1953
1954
Spare The Rod, released on 15 January 1954
Donald's Diary, released on 5 March 1954
Dragon Around, released on 16 July 1954
Grin & Bear It, released on 13 August 1954
The Flying Squirrel, released on 12 November 1954
Grand Canyonscope, released on 23 December 1954
1955
No Hunting, released on 14 January 1955
Lake Titicaca, released on 18 February 1955
Bearly Asleep, released on 19 August 1955
Beezy Bear, released on 2 September 1955
Up A Tree, released on 23 September 1955
1956
Chips Ahoy, released on 24 February 1956
How To Have An Accident In The Home, released on 8 July 1956
1957
Cosmic Capers, released in 1957 (cameo)
1959
Donald in Mathmagic Land, released on 26 June 1959
How To Have An Accident At Work, released on 2 September 1959
1960s
Donald & The Wheel, released on 21 June 1961
The Litterbug, released on 21 June 1961
2008-08-14
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