DVD Review: “The Fox and the Hound / The Fox and the Hound Two (Three-Disc 30th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray / DVD Combo)”

The Fox and the Hound / The Fox and the Hound Two (Three-Disc 30th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray / DVD Combo in Blu-ray Packaging)

Released: August 9, 2011

Studio: Disney

ABOUT:

Featuring an all-star cast of voice talents, toe-tapping music and fantastic bonus features, consumers can take home two of Disney’s beloved “tails.” The Fox and the Hound and The Fox and the Hound 2, 2-Movie Collection features both movies in a single 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack.  This release provides families with the value, versatility and opportunity to enjoy their favorite movies how they want, when they want and on the entertainment platform of choice – whether it’s in the home, on a portable device and/or in the car.

The Fox and the Hound and The Fox and the Hound 2 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (suggested retail price of $39.99 U.S. /$46.99 Canada) comes with:

• 1 Blu-ray Disc that has both films on it
• 1 DVD of The Fox and the Hound
• 1 DVD of The Fox and the Hound 2

Further engaging fans and families beyond the story itself, Disney has included five unique bonus features that provide consumers with the ability to further immerse themselves in the storyline, its history and characters themselves with an entertaining look inside the fascinating collection of unlikely friendships in the animal kingdom, Disney’s historic and legendary animators, the making of the music and more.  They are as follows:

Bonus Features:

Blu-ray Disc:

• Unlikely Friends:  A fun and fascinating Collection of Unlikely Friendships in the Animal Kingdom (ALL-NEW) — Friendships know no boundaries.   They can occur across country lines, be shared among young and old and even develop between different species!

DVD’s:

• The Fox and the Hound:

• “Best of Friends” Sing-A-Long – Viewers are invited to sing along with Pearl Bailey on this Walt Disney Classic Song.
• Passing the Baton:  Making of The Fox and the Hound – This feature allows fans to take a deeper look at this little bit of Disney history as legendary animators hand over the reins to a new generation.

• The Fox and the Hound 2 :

• “You Know I Will” Music Video – High School Musical Star Lucas Grabeel sings this end-credit song.
• The Making of the Music – Music is the center stage in The Fox and the Hound 2.  As such, this feature showcases how the songs in the film were created with Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood and some of the hottest performers in Nashville.  Viewers will further discover how animation and music work together to further enhance a classic story.

The Fox and the Hound 30th Anniversary Synopsis

When Tod, an orphaned fox cub meets Copper, a coonhound puppy, they make a pledge to be lifelong friends, not realizing that Copper is being groomed to hunt wild animals, including foxes. Copper spends the winter with his owner, Slade, and an older dog, Chief, tracking animals at a remote cabin. When they return, a lonely Tod eagerly greets his old playmate but is stunned when a reluctant Copper joins Slade and Chief to chase Tod through the forest. During the pursuit, Tod escapes but Chief is seriously injured. Seeking revenge, Copper hunts down Tod only to find himself confronting an even bigger enemy, which he and Tod must face together.

The Fox and the Hound 2 Synopsis

In The Fox and the Hound 2, music takes centerstage as Tod contemplates joining up with “The Singin’ Strays,” a group of harmonizing dogs appearing at the local county fair but dreaming of hitting the big time at the Grand OleOpry. While Tod does his best to fit in with his new friends, Copper finds himself relegated to “roadie,” a position he begins to resent. With the encouragement of Dixie, the “diva” of “The Singin” Strays,” Copper manages to sabotage an important audition. The next day, their differences forgotten, Copper and Tod team up and, using Copper’s superior tracking skills, they locate the Grand Ole Opry talent scout who signs “The Singin’ Strays” (minus Tod, who chooses his friendship with Copper over fame) on the spot.

MY THOUGHTS:

I used to love “The Fox and the Hound” when I was younger, and honestly I have forgotten about it.  I don’t even remember ever seeing the sequel “The Fox and the Hound II” so this DVD combo was especially fun to watch.  I got to relieve part of my childhood and watch the beloved characters in a sequel, this time I shared it with my boys!  My youngest son loves dogs and he really got a kick out of watching these movies.  While the quality has definitely improved on the Blu-ray versions, it is still a 30-year old movie and the quality is somewhat older looking – I appreciate that though and feel it adds the classic Disney movie touch to it.  I would recommend purchasing this 3-disc Blu-ray combo because it not only improves the animation quality but it comes with the Blu-ray versions, DVD versions and some great bonus features!

“The Fox and Hound” is a great family movie to watch too because of the great lesson it teaches.  The movie shows how even though the characters are different that they can still be friends.  With my sons both starting preschool next week I want them to start off fresh being friends with everyone and not singling anyone out.  The movie also has great songs and the voices of the animals are from some popular stars (Mickey Rooney, Corey Feldman, Kurt Russell, Patrick Swayze, Reba McEntire and more!)

BUY IT: You can buy “The Fox and the Hound / The Fox and the Hound Two (Three-Disc 30th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray / DVD Combo)” wherever DVDs are sold.

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