Dr. Seuss: The Cat in the Hat

UPC: 025192351822

Studio: Universal Studios

MPAA Rating: NR   Contains:[Child Classic]

Summary: This video presents the classic Dr. Seuss children's story about an eccentric cat and his misadventures that entertain his young friends. Always just a bit mystified by what life brings him, the cat looks for his lost gredunza, and his antics bring much amusement to viewers. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, Rovi

Category: Children's/Family

Features: Fun sing-along feature! Join in with your favorite Seussian songs
Completely remastered
All the original classic songs you grew up with

Dr. Seuss: The Cat in the Hat

Format: DVD

Release Date: 10/07/2003

Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Pre-1954 Standard

Audio: 2 PCM stereo

Runtime: 26 Minutes

Sides: 1

Number of Discs: 1

Language(s) English

Subtitles: English,French,Spanish

Region: USA & territories, Canada

Chapters: Side #1 --
2. Gradunza
3. Calculatus Eliminatus
4. There's Always Some Fish
5. Cat Hat
6. Sweep Up the Memories

Craig Butler

Dr. Seuss purists may object to the liberties taken with Dr. Seuss: The Cat in the Hat (although the good doctor himself crafted the screenplay and had at least a hand in taking those liberties), and they have a point. Much of the charm of the classic children's book has been lost in its translation to the small screen, primarily because this animated version is very much a product of its times (the early '70s) -- witness the labeling of Krinklebein the fish as a "reactionary." The addition of a red herring in the form of the Cat's hunt for his moss-covered three-handled family gredunza also seems forced, and too much of the book's original rhymed dialogue has been lost along the way. That said, there is still a great deal here for children to enjoy, including a lively story and some sprightly animation. They will also enjoy the extremely infectious song score, which includes the delightful "Calculatus Eliminatus" and the impossible-to-get-out-of-one's-head title song. The voice work is also quite good, with Allan Sherman and Daws Butler bringing their antagonistic characters to life with flair. If Cat is not in the same league as its literary source, it's still fine fun. ~ Craig Butler, Rovi

Country: USA