{Holiday Gift Guide} DVD Review: “The Search for Santa Paws”

The Search For Santa Paws

Released:  November 23, 2010

Running Time:  96 minutes

ABOUT:

In the tradition of Disney’s classic holiday tales comes a heartwarming movie about the power of giving and the true meaning of Christmas. Discover how the legendary friendship of Santa Claus and Santa Paws began in the inspiring original film, THE SEARCH FOR SANTA PAWS. When Santa and his new best friend, Paws, discover that the boys and girls of the world have lost the spirit of the season, they take a trip to New York City. But after Santa loses his memory, it’s up to Paws, a faithful orphan named Quinn (AMERICA’S GOT TALENT’s Kaitlyn Maher), her new friend Will (THE GAME PLAN’s Madison Pettis) and a wonderful group of magical talking dogs to save St. Nick and show the world what Christmas is really all about. This holiday, Disney invites you to meet Santa’s BFF in an instant holiday classic, full of fun, adventure and a timeless message sure to delight the entire family!

Bonus Features:

• DVD Feature Film + Bonus
• The Hucklebuckle Hero — Newly Appointed Elf Dog T-Money Saves The Day In This Pop-Up Storybook
• Sing-Along Mode: Colorful Lyrics Appear On Screen So You Can Sing Along
• Music Video — “Deck The Halls” Performed By Disney Channel Star Debby Ryan
• Deleted Scenes

MY THOUGHTS:

“The Search for Santa Paws” is an adorable Christmas DVD for kids and adults of all ages.  The movie is a prequel to the 2009 movie Santa Buddies, which I have never seen and it didn’t feel like I was missing anything.   It reminds me of Annie meets Christmas.  The story is about Santa Claus visiting New York City but after an accident he gets amnesia.  Then there is a group of orphans who help out and a husband/wife couple who open a wonderful toy store.  There is so much to this movie and it flows so nicely.  I put this movie on and my boys slowly started paying more and more attention, they are hooked!  I was really amazed that they like this movie since it is not animated but they saw Santa and his cute best friend Paws and couldn’t stop watching.

The movie tells a tale of believing in Santa and the Christmas Spirit, helping others, and making friends.  It really is a magical movie that I know we will be watching for years to come, as well as probably throughout the year if my boys have anything to do with it!  It is especially a great DVD to get you in the Christmas mood.  I also want to add that you don’t have to be a dog lover to enjoy this movie either!

BUY IT: You can buy “The Search for Santa Paws” wherever DVDs are sold for $27.99 or check it out on Amazon!

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