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Usually these sort of posters take home truths that were expounded on a TV or movie series that can truly be applied to real life. Unfortunately the designers of this poster either failed to understand that or really do not know Dr. Who and just tried to grab a few lines from the most recent adventures to jump on the merchandizing opportunity. Examples from the poster are "Time Lords have 12 lives" "Sontarans have a weak point at the back of their necks" "Daleks are made to exterminate" or "Beware the words Bad Wolf." A few lines such as "be suspicious if a planet goes missing" or "Humans will always survive" are applicable but in all honesty the junk far outweighs the good stuff. For those who do not know, Dr Who is a British sci fi series that covers the adventures of a time travelling alien with a fondness for Earth. It ran originally from 1963 to 1989 and was brought back in 2005 and is still in production. That's about 30 years of script flying about with lots of ideas and yet the poster only draws from the most recent adventures and the lines are, for the most part, lessons that only apply if you are Dr. who. They do not apply to the real world. Things which occurred to me from the series that would be far more applicable might be: "If people see you mean them no harm, they never ever hurt you, 9 times out of 10." "An apple a day...ah, never mind." "For the sake of your health I recommend a brisk jog." "Who says you're not important?" "If I knew I wouldn't have to ask. Don't be obtuse man." "I'm full of ideas." "Impregnable sounds too much like unsinkable, and we all know how that turned out for the Titanic." To misquote Cyrano, all these he could have said, but didn't. The writer had a chance to show he was a man of wit and letters. Instead we see no wit and the only letters after his name are A-S-S. Before I bought this I tried to enlarge the image to get an idea of what the sayings were but the resolution broke down. Had I been able to read some of the lines, and seen what poor quality it was, I would not have wasted my money. Learn from my mistake. This is the worst sort of fan boy junk. If you're over 10 years old, skip this.

There's actually a misprint on this poster. The line about upward rain reads: "upward rain means that you could about to take an unplanned trip." Where's the word "be"? "...could be about to take an unplanned trip." I wouldn't buy this poster unless they fix the mistake.

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the shipment was very fast and the poster itself is gorgeous. the package it came in was a little hard to open but that's only because they packaged it in a way to make sure the poster didnt get damaged which it didnt. i got it in perfect condition.

I love doctor who. Obviously you can see the print - so for the visual you should decide if you like it or no. I got this from Adam Hersh Posters/Amazon.com. Shipment was speedy, everything came new, well protected and undamaged. Another review said it was taped shut, for mine it had a cardboard thing around it which had the top stapled to it so it wouldn't come off. I removed the staple, and inside that there was plastic around the poster. There was no tape but it was entirely sealed, so i was careful opening it. To me that was no problem, sounds like the other poster got it shipped differently. The poster is excellent quality. 100% positive for me, any questions let me know.

The quality is excellent and it's just an all around awesome poster. Need I say more?

I bought this item a month (or 2) ago and when it arrived 3-10 days later, I was extremely pleased. It was nice and crisp and the detail of the poster was extraordinary fine. I put it in a nice frame, and now I am proud to have it on my wall! The price was very good as well. I would definitely recommend this item to any doctor who fan! :)

Excellent quality & picture - my daughter is a HUGE Dr. Who / David Tennant fan, so she about died when she opened this. The only gripe - the packaging- it was taped shut, so when we opened it, it tore a little (kind of repaired, but will never be in mint condition.) Still, since David T. is leaving this year, its a collector's item & wonderful for our big Dr. Who fan!

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If I had to pick an episode of Doctor Who to show the comedy aspects of the show, this one would be it. This may seem like a strange choice because most of the story is about slavery and misery. The thing is that though he is ruthless and a tyrant, the villain of this episode has a comedic edge which keeps the episode from becoming depressing. At one point he tells his guards to put Leela in pending and we next see her hanging from the wall (pend: to hang). Later, The Doctor tells the villain that his species is catalogued under poisonous fungi. You must forgive me as I have not seen this episode for many years and have forgotten the name and race of this villain other than his title "controller". The funniest part of the episode is watching this creature have a nervous breakdown and get flushed down into his own mobile chair after The Doctor plays havoc with his stock indexer. I hope this comes out on DVD soon!

The only aspect of this story that makes my blood boil is near the start when the Doctor is trying to save Cordo's life he tries to tempt him away from the ledge by offering him a Jelly Baby then as the Doctor eats a sweet It's clearly seen the sweet is not a jelly Baby it's a LIQUORICE ALLSORT. Just what on Earth is going on with BBC standards.....

This has to be one of most hilarious episodes in all of the doctor who cannon. The premise for the entire story is quite imaginative and interesting. It seems to be some sort of parady of the income tax system. 'Monetary supremacy is much more effective than miltary conquest' the collector declares. That is certainly true of the real world. Think of the rockefellers and rothchilds stranglehold over the world. Compare this story to the multi-national corporations that smother the western world and exploit the third world. You can see the parallels between these and 'the company'. From this it hardly seems a story to insert great humour into - but it does and brilliantly. Cordo seems to be like the unlikely hero in another doctor who story "the Horns of Nimon". Tom Baker is at his silly best here. The collector is exceptionally well played and the gatherer is convincing as the arrogant, smug company official. The story holds up well throughout and the end completely unexpected - except that the doctor wins and that's not giving anything away to those who haven't viewed the tape.

While there's some campy moments that almost detract, the political undertones (both commercial imperialism AND excessive taxation are pelted on, so writer Robert Holmes was able to stick it to everybody!) more than make up for it. Very unusual but very good story for 1977, which was written 4 years before Western society started its form of commercial imperialism. :-) Definitely a must-see. But if you're not fond of stories that dare play with social scenarios, stay away. Reality bites.

This is denfinitely one of those episodes that you apreciate a lot more when your older.I remember enjoying this as a kid but being all of about 9 years old at the time the humor escaped me not knowing much about taxes or corperations at the time.But seeing it now I see just how brilliant it is this has to be one of the funniest Doctor Who episodes I ever seen.The humor is great and stays funny even after repeated viewings.The guest stars who play the Collector and the Gatherer are suppurb.The only weakness has to be the sets but if your a Doctor Who fan you are probably willing to over look such things.This a must have for any true fan 5 out of 5.

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Season Six After leaving Earth and the defeated Cyber-army behind, the Tardis deposits the Doctor, Jamie and Zoe onto the twin sunned planet of the Gonds, into an area called, the wasteland. An area of Gond legend, in which no one ever visits because of death befalling all who enter it. (That would put me off!) The Tardis crew witness the death of a young man, seen emerging from a domed crystalline structure. After going round the other side of the structure, they are only just in time to save a young woman from succumbing to the same fate. It later transpires that the structure is home to a crystalline life form called Krotons, whom for centuries have been educating the Gonds, via their teaching machines.(For purely selfish reasons.) Every year the top two Gond students are, "invited" to enter the Kroton dome and live with them. But the Tardis crew have witnessed what really happens to the hapless students. (Once drained of their mental energies they are vaporized). Zoe, out of a mixture of boredom and curiosity, picks up the headphones and starts to answer the questions set to her by the teaching machine. The Doctor is too late to stop her, and soon a booming voice calls out that Zoe enter the Krotons home. The Doctor tries to reason with the chief Gond Selris that she doesn't have to enter, but Selris tells the Doctor in no uncertain terms, that she must enter or the Krotons will punish all the Gonds. The Doctor refuses to let Zoe enter alone so he takes the test too, and soon the booming voice calls out, the Doctor must enter too! The FIGHT to save the Gonds is on.... ~~~~ An interesting point I'd like to mention is that in ALL his re-incarnations the Doctor has deplored the use of violence as a means to an end, but he has NEVER been a complete pacifist. Even he realizes that sometimes, there is just no other way. This is another story that's always bashed by Who fans, mainly because of the rather comical appearance of the Krotons themselves. Their LOOK was due to an even smaller budget then normal, and because of the last minute substituting by this story of one that didn't work out, which didn't leave much time to improve their visual impact. This happened a lot during season six, which had the knock on effect of making this season, a rather nervous and disappointed Troughton's last. This was originally not even a Doctor Who story it was sent in to the BEEB by Robert Holmes as an "Out of the Unknown" episode. But when the other Who story fell through Terrance Dicks had to hastily re-write it to include the Tardis crew. I have always liked this story as I found the basic storyline interesting, at least it wasn't a invade Earth type story which was done to death a few years later. Four Episodes. 28/12/68-18/1/69

The ying-yang like halves opening in the wall of the Gond people's teaching hall foreshadows a fight between good and bad. Two students, Abu and Vana, have been given the highest honour, to become companions of the Krotons. Yet Thara, the hot-headed son of Council leader Selris, adamantly tries to stop his girlfriend from going. "Why do we take their orders? We don't even know if they exist."Landing on a rocky planet that "looks dead, smells dead," the Doctor, Jamie, and Zoe, encounter a machine and rescue Vana from certain death from it. Companions of the Krotons, huh?When Selris learns the truth, the enormity of it sinks in. "The Krotons have been our benefactors. ... Our two best students join the Krotons. They can't all have been murdered!" He also fears that if other Gonds learn the truth, they will rise up against the Krotons, only to be slaughtered. That is being planned under Selris's deputy Eelek. Yet the Gonds' main problem is that they are dependent on the Krotons, especially the teaching machines. Consider this exchange:Doctor: And everyone uses these machines?Selris: When they are young, yes. That is the law.Doctor: Whose law, Selris?Selris: Our laws--the Gonds'.Doctor: But I thought you said all your law was given to you by the Krotons?Selris: Yes, all our science, all our culture, everything we have has come from the machines.Doctor: I see. A sort of self-perpetuating slavery.Things heat up, when in the course of their investigation, Zoe unwittingly submits herself to a Kroton teaching machine, reaches one of the highest scores ever, and is selected to become a companion for the Krotons. The Doctor also takes the test to be with her. There's humorous mention about Zoe's intelligence: "Yes, well, Zoe is something of a genius, of course. It can be very irritating at times," to which she shows her cute smile and lets out a small laugh. In other words, a Hermione Granger nearly thirty years before Harry Potter. Zoe later says cheekily, "The Doctor is almost as clever as I am." Almost? Well, actually, Zoe... But this is a great story for Zoe, showing off her math skills as well as a cute miniskirt. Jamie has a good hand-to-hand combat moment in Episode 1.Beta the controller of Science, like Selris, wants to be free, but is rational about it. "We only know what the Krotons tell us. We don't think. We obey.", and "I'm tired of being fed information like a dog like scraps." The key though, as the Doctor and Zoe notice, are certain gaps in the Gonds' education, which may be significant.There is a bit of a goof, as it's clear that the bottom of the Krotons are cloth and not metal.Gilbery Wynne, who kind of resembles Dick Gephardt (D-NE), does a good job as Thara, as does James Copeland as Selris. Phil Madoc plays Eelek with a menacing understatedness. He would later appear in three Who stories: The War Games (1969), The Brain Of Morbius (1976), The Power Of Kroll (1979). And Roy Skeleton, who did voices for the Daleks and early Cybermen, provides voices for the Krotons.Not a bad story, considering how the sixth season of Dr. Who is the most complete Patrick Troughton season.

I've been buying loads of Doctor Who videos and DVDs recently, most of which I have never seen. Being a fan of the series, I knew who Patrick Troughton was, but never saw any of his episodes. His appearance in The Five Doctors was just a glimps into what the second Doctor was like and "Who" he was. Needless to say I wanted more. Tomb of the Cybermen was my first Troughton episode...I'm convinced he is one of the best Doctors ever. The Krotons is another excellent episode. An interesting story, cold, creepy and truly alien aliens with bizarre technology and a solid cast. The Kroton's accent made me laugh a few times (don't always sound so bright) but somehow that just added to the charm of this episode. Is it just me, or does black and white seem more believable? I pity the latter generations who may never see anything broadcasted black and white on the TV... Another quality episode recommended for any fan of Dr Who or Sci-fi.

This is a clever Doctor Who story ostensibly about crystalline aliens who are dissolved in solvent and who can be restored by brainpower which can also drive their spaceship. The indigenous population are reared like sheep and educated in the learning halls to develop the intellect that the Krotons need whereupon they will leave the p;anet. Of course, the Doctor and his companions arrive and upset the applecart in their usual manner.Why is this a clever story? Well the thrust of the plot is about the technologically superior aliens, crystalline based and susceptible to acid attack. However, the sub-plot revolves around the servile and passive Gonds who serve up their best and their brightest to be dispersed by the Krotons after they have been tested for brainpower. The interest lies in the revolutionary feelings of some of the younger members of the group, the staid conservatism of the leader and the almost complete disinterest in intellectual advancement. What occurs leads into revolt and betrayal, of the whole group and of the Doctor . There is a further side to this story of the intellectual arrogance of the Doctor and Zoe and the observation of the lack of common sense attached to high academic and intellectual ability.All in all a very deep and complex story which operates on many levels. There is a comic side too of the many travels like a merry-go-round when the humanoids pass in, through and out of the Krotons ship and the surreal moment when the Kroton, travelling outside of the spaceship gets lost and cannot locate his position.Lots of meat in this one originally broadcast 28 December 1968 through 18 January 1969.

The existing Troughton episodes pose a dilemma for Troughton fans. Some of the surviving Troughton serials (such as The Krotons) are below par; but we have to make do with what's available. Much of PT's work as Dr. Who was destroyed in the BBC's "housecleaning" of its video vaults in the 1970s. Anything that still survives has to be treasured accordingly. Thus, Troughton completists will want to acquire "The Krotons"; but my sense is that "The Tomb of the Cybermen" is still the best memorial for Troughton. "Tomb" is a little gem of a serial -- Dr. Who's dialogue with Victoria (in one of the quieter scenes) is especially memorable. "Tomb" was also very nearly destroyed.

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I used to love to watch Dr. Who as a kid and made sure i was in front of the tv whenever it was coming on. If i'm right, it used to come on during the week on public tv channel 12, right after a show called contact. Tom baker in my opinion was the best of all the dr. who's throughout the shows length. he certainly was the most witty and ever so logical you just couldn't stand it. None the less Dr. who solved every problem with lightning speed and his deep intellect, and also that neat sonic screwdriver for pressing mechanical failures. I don't care how cheesy those stage props were or special effects, tom baker is my hero. Now to the video, I hadn't seen dr who in a very long time and rented this at the local video store one day. It really took me back on a voyage in time and long forgotten episodes of the show. Tom kicks back and watches old clips of himself and then reviews all that went on during the making of each episode, funny at times how the dr. forgets the names of some of the episodes. If your truly an absolute die hard fan of tom baker, this is the right stuff for you. This was an absolute pleasure to sit and watch.

The video does a nice job of spanning Tom's entire 7 year run as Dr. Who as they show him clips from his episodes and ask him to comment. Many times he has little to nothing to say, often he will speak about the other British actors in the scene, and rarely he will share a humourous or touching vinette about the scene. I'd recommend it to anyone who loved the Tom Baker years as I did. I will admit that Tom's melonchaly and self-deprectiating comments especially towards the end began to drag me down into the same funk he appeared to be in by the end. Still, if you love Tom and his time as the Doctor you will want to see this.

The Tom Baker Years is possibly the best insight into the world of Dr Who The Tom Baker years to date. It's a warts an all episode guide, and Tom really shines once he begins to remember the stories. Tom is rarely seen talking about individual stories so this is a great chance for fans to actually get his thoughts as he views each story. Some of the clips are somewhat vague & it is little wonder that Tom sometimes has trouble recollecting the story concerned, but when he does it's well worth the wait. You can see that Tom is actually enjoying what he is seeing & it is, obvious alot of what he is seeing is the first time he has viewed it since it was recorded. He, as always, adds his own interesting recollections to each epsiode and often adds untold stories that every fan enjoys. It is also worthy to note Tom's affection for Lalla Ward when Viewing the scenes of him & her in Paris. He is almost lost for words & is obviously very moved by his memories of that time. This is an excellent piece of fan loving video & in my book is worth every penny. Tom is the oldest remaining Dr, and it is wonderful to hear his recollections of the time he spent on his, and i quote, "one & only success". Tom enjoys his time on this tape, which ensures that you do too. This is an absolute must for all Dr Wo/ Tom Baker Fans. If you haven't got it yet...WHY NOT!!! Go get it NOW!!!

we thought u was great we found everythink we needed to 4 our homework ur the best and we luv the jelly babies u used 4 ur wepons but why use them as wepons when u could of et em.we luv u tom keep up the good work. luv tarin, carla, angharad, hollie:)

You know its truly amazing that American filmakers have not taken advantage of Tom Baker's rich acting ability... I find him extremely interesting and this tape proves he is one-of-a-kind! I have watched this program so much that another needs to be ordered soon! You will love Baker's eccentricities and his uncanny ability to keep you interested throughout the performance... but I have one complaint- I want more. C'mon BBC & Dr. Who give us more of Tom Baker. Ciao...

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I was surprised and delighted by that throwaway snark delivered by David Tennant. Donna Noble is my favorite but I watched the season on tenterhooks not quite believing that she was going to be staying for the duration of the season (I had no idea who Catherine Tate is nor that she earned the affection and interest of television viewers from her work on The Catherine Tate Show such that Doctor Who was lucky that she deigned to do the show!) It's too bad we couldn't be gifted with Catherine Tate's first appearance in the Runaway Bride episode that kicked off Season 3 because without it, I can believe that they're just mates but with it, I think it was love at first sight for The Doctor.

Let me say right off that Rose Tyler is my favorite of all the Doctor Who companions. However, there's something almost indescribably unique about Donna Noble: she's like the synthesis of all Doctor Who companions. She's more mature than anyone since Barbara, the first Doctor Who companion. Yet she's also seductive, but not in a sensual Rose Tyler or Martha Jones kind of way; more like Tegan or Nyessa - or, once again, like Barbara from the William Hartnell years. And the stories themselves have a more mature quality, in that Donna and the Doctor seem as much like tourists on an extended vacation as time-travelers moving from one adventure to another. Donna never loses her cool or wanders off the way Rose often did; and she never doubts that she's made the right decision to accompany the Doctor. Though the Second Season is my favorite Doctor Who season and Christopher Eccleston my favorite of the new Doctors (William Hartnell remains my all time favorite Doctor), this one - the Fourth Season - stands as much the quintessential Doctor Who Season as Donna Noble does the quintessential Doctor Who companion.

I have enjoyed the new Doctor Who series! I can remember the old series and sets would fall down. Tom Baker was my favorite at that time, but David Tennant was the best, while Chrisopher Eccleston was wonderfully as the 9th Doctor. Billie Piper was always be my favorite companion because both the 9th and 10th Doctors were very, very fond of Rose. Mr. Russell T. Davis, thank you for bring back Doctor Who!

Received in good time, haven't opened it yet but looks in good condition in the wrapper. Thanks.

I bought this set at Amazon as we approached the end of David Tennant's tenure as Doctor Who. My kids and I have only recently (within the last two years) begun watching the show and it has become the one that we cannot miss. And series four is my personal favorite, because of Donna Noble. (Well, and Tennant and Russell T Davies and Julie Gardner...) Donna brings a companion to the series who is clearly an adult, and one who has developed her own sense of integrity, her own judgement of right and wrong that does not bow to the Time Lord but can make the Time Lord bow to her, as in the conclusion of "The Fires of Pompeii". Watching Donna come to an understanding of the dilemma the Doctor faces in making the difficult choices, reaching her own sense of rightness, and taking some of the responsibility onto herself gives her companion more importance than the flirtations with the two previous girls could achieve. Transforming from a silly woman to a true friend, Donna brings great things to the show. And, of course, the famous literary character (Agatha Christie), the child genius gone unthinkingly wrong (The Sontaran Stratagem), and the stunningly surprising question, "Is the Doctor married?" (Silence in the Library)... Well, good times are had at my home every time we bring out these DVD's.

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This is a great movie! My 2 and 3 years old both enjoyed it and I must say that I was even able to watch it with them and enjoy it. The kids laughed the whole movie, which I usually don't hear. I would recommend for children and adults of any age.

In Horton Hears a Who, the designy world of Dr. Seuss is translated brilliantly into a 3D animated movie. Whoville is abundantly filled with delightful sight gags and a rich color palette. There's quite a lot of amazing stuff in here. The "backgrounds" and environments are exceptionally rich in detail. The biggest flaw in this film is it's a mistake to voice-cast a skinny, hyperactive guy like Jim Carrey as a fat, lumbering elephant. The conception of Horton in the original Seuss book is a deep-voiced, slightly dumb and dorky animal with a very big heart, who succeeds in spite of himself. Jim Carrey inevitably turns any character he plays into a smart aleck. Consequently, Horton as depicted here possesses both massive, jungle-rumbling size and apparently, lighting speed and hyperactive reflexes too. Every character in this movie either has ADD or is on speed. I'm not too thrilled with the casting of Charles Osgood as the voice of the narrator, either, as I half expect to a see a CBS reporter show up in Who-ville at any moment. Still, his voice is inevitably reassuring. But again, Osgood is not a very imaginative casting choice. I'm sure there are any number of unknown voice artists who could have put some fresh wrinkles into this part. I take this as proof that the "star system" is a time-honored practice designed to pander to the audience. This system really gets in the way of new talent rising to prominence. Still, this is delightful movie that takes every opportunity to thrill us with the endless variety of camera moves and perspectives possible in 3D animation. It's middle-of-the-road commercial entertainment designed to attract a mass audience. The art direction and design work make this a movie well worth seeing, especially in Blu-Ray.

I knew this movie would be a hit with my kids which is why I purchased it. It was purchased "used" and had been a rental box item so I was hoping it was still in the promised condition, which it was! I was pleased with that. The movie itself is entertaining and a great choice for a family who enjoys Dr. Seuss. The voices of the characters are so much fun, even for adults!

The message behind this one is great, driven in and kept fun. A great movie based on the story by Suess, a favorite of my kids and now a favorite movie of theirs. While they already had this one I did pick another copy up for my neice for X-mas. Recommended to kids and Suess lovers everywhere!

If you like the story, which of course you do. You'll love this film. Great voices and beautiful animation.

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This is a great movie! My 2 and 3 years old both enjoyed it and I must say that I was even able to watch it with them and enjoy it. The kids laughed the whole movie, which I usually don't hear. I would recommend for children and adults of any age.

In Horton Hears a Who, the designy world of Dr. Seuss is translated brilliantly into a 3D animated movie. Whoville is abundantly filled with delightful sight gags and a rich color palette. There's quite a lot of amazing stuff in here. The "backgrounds" and environments are exceptionally rich in detail. The biggest flaw in this film is it's a mistake to voice-cast a skinny, hyperactive guy like Jim Carrey as a fat, lumbering elephant. The conception of Horton in the original Seuss book is a deep-voiced, slightly dumb and dorky animal with a very big heart, who succeeds in spite of himself. Jim Carrey inevitably turns any character he plays into a smart aleck. Consequently, Horton as depicted here possesses both massive, jungle-rumbling size and apparently, lighting speed and hyperactive reflexes too. Every character in this movie either has ADD or is on speed. I'm not too thrilled with the casting of Charles Osgood as the voice of the narrator, either, as I half expect to a see a CBS reporter show up in Who-ville at any moment. Still, his voice is inevitably reassuring. But again, Osgood is not a very imaginative casting choice. I'm sure there are any number of unknown voice artists who could have put some fresh wrinkles into this part. I take this as proof that the "star system" is a time-honored practice designed to pander to the audience. This system really gets in the way of new talent rising to prominence. Still, this is delightful movie that takes every opportunity to thrill us with the endless variety of camera moves and perspectives possible in 3D animation. It's middle-of-the-road commercial entertainment designed to attract a mass audience. The art direction and design work make this a movie well worth seeing, especially in Blu-Ray.

I knew this movie would be a hit with my kids which is why I purchased it. It was purchased "used" and had been a rental box item so I was hoping it was still in the promised condition, which it was! I was pleased with that. The movie itself is entertaining and a great choice for a family who enjoys Dr. Seuss. The voices of the characters are so much fun, even for adults!

The message behind this one is great, driven in and kept fun. A great movie based on the story by Suess, a favorite of my kids and now a favorite movie of theirs. While they already had this one I did pick another copy up for my neice for X-mas. Recommended to kids and Suess lovers everywhere!

If you like the story, which of course you do. You'll love this film. Great voices and beautiful animation.

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I'm an esthetician (skin care therapist) for over twenty, and I'm still to find something better than these products, it does not exist. Yes, I know it's a bit expensive, but when you see the results you'll know what I'm talking about, also, this is to be used with another product, and that is the hydration 5 b, and you can purchase them together in a kit.

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What is it they say about eyes? Is it they're the mirrors of the soul? Well, your mirror may tell you something very definite about your eyes. There does come a time when eye cream is no longer a take-it-or-leave-it indulgence but a really-must-use-it. When that time comes depends a great deal on genes, climate and, yes, friends, age. So, if you've reached the point where those lovely creases are about to become more than traces of a smile better get serious about some moisturizer for around those peepers. Often, you'll use one eye cream for day and another for night. A lighter cream that absorbs quickly is preferable for day wear as one can easily and quickly apply makeup over it. If the skin around your eyes truly needs TLC you might consider a heavier cream for night. This is a lovely effective cream for those whose mirrors tell them they really do need heavy duty TLC. Do remember to carefully read the directions as it is intended for use only with other products.

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Although this sonic screwdriver looks pretty cool, it is a peice of junk. It can easily be broken. My 7 year old son played with it for two days and the button to turn on the light/make the sonic noise broke off. We have yet to find the little button. (Not good if you have small children) I do not recommend this toy.

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Everyone keeps bringing their phone up to it trying to get it to go off. You wouldn't think a blinking, spinning, blue box would be entertaining. But you'd be wrong. :D

I loved this charm! besides it being kind of big for a fone charm its impossible not to love if ur a doctor who fan. it really does light up and spin when u get a text or fone call, which was one of my main worries. i even dropped it where it came apart, i thought i had broken it but the bottom actually screws off so i was able to put it back together and it still works perfectly, so its pretty durable. the only thing i suggest is if your in the car with a friend or family member and ur fone is out, warn them that ur tardis will light up. ive had many ppl yell at me because they thought a cop was behind us since it lights up and flashes blue. The flash is very bright and ive actually thought myself that i had a cop behind me. Although it always results in a good laugh so i can't really complain.

This item is very cute on my phone, but doesn't work consistently. In fact it works more when I'm making outgoing calls (and flashes in my face) than incoming calls. To be honest though, i did drop it right when i opened the package, so it may be my own fault >_< All in all, i still like it though :)

I've had a lot of positive feedback on this charm while using my phone in public, and that's been kinda neat to meet other Who fans. I really enjoy the way it looks and the cord is very sturdy. I can easily attach it to most cases for my iPhone 3G. I do have problems with my iPhone 3G and the flashing component of this charm, though. For some reason, the charm flashes often, even if there is no activity on the phone. It flashes near TVs and other devices. This alone isn't too bad, but the biggest problem is that it flashes at the dead of night for no reason. The light is extremely bright, and it's annoying for folks who keep the phone near their faces at night. If I had a message or a call, the light wouldn't bother me, but the fact that it's ghosting a signal is rather frustrating. In any case, I love the charm but I may not replace the batteries when they go dead.

I got one for Christmas and it is a great toy for any Doctor Who fan. Had no problem hanging it on my phone but it has never worked with incoming or outgoing calls, I'm with Sprint. But there are a lot of places where it will just start spinning and flashing and that is good enough for me. It replaces a phone charm I bough in Europe a couple of years ago and as such it is just what I wanted, perfect in size, a great conversation piece and the occasional spinning and flashing is a bonus that puts a smile on my face.

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One should not pick up Tracy Kidder's Mountains Beyond Mountains unless one is ready to question one's moral worldview and value system. One shouldn't start reading this book unless one is comfortable admitting to not doing enough to make the world a better place for others. And one especially should not digest this work unless one is prepared to feel inadequate and inspired at the same time. Kidder introduces us to the book's protagonist, Paul Farmer, and takes us through Farmer's remarkable life, from his childhood living in a bus to his ascension to the very peak of academia and health care. In chronicling Farmer's path from childhood through high school, college, Haiti, and other countries, Kidder provides a deep and at times disturbing state of man. Many have heard Farmer's story. He grew up in a low-income household, but through a love of learning and his inherent brilliance got into Duke University, where he thrived academically, if not socially. Inspired by a number of factors, Farmer began working in health facilities in Haiti. He gained entrance into Harvard Medical School after having established himself working in Haiti. Soon, his organization, Partners in Health, was training dozens of health care personnel in Haiti and around the world and providing much-needed healthcare to those who needed it most but could afford it least. Farmer's accomplishments are shockingly moving. What may be more interesting to the reader who seeks a little bit of Farmer's magic potion is just how all of this happened. Kidder spends enough time with Farmer over the years that he becomes to truly know Farmer the doctor, Farmer the motivator, Farmer the leader, Farmer the firebrand, and Farmer the man. Not surprisingly, Kidder grows increasingly affectionate towards Farmer. There are points in the book where Kidder seems to have finally found a kink in Farmer's armor. One such situation involved Farmer's decision to fly a sick child to Boston for treatment. It turned out that the great expense did not save the child, who appeared to have had little chance to begin with. But as always, Farmer has an answer to Kidder's challenges. Everyone, regardless of birth, deserves to be cared for. Each of us make decisions daily in which we justify why we don't spend our lives helping others, our money building that which is broken. What makes Farmer's idealism and optimism believable, against all odds, is complicated. Farmer was gifted with an intellect that knows few peers. He attended universities that have provided him with the requisite connections and resources to turn his ideas into hospitals. He was very fortunate to have a funder, Tom White, who opened his checkbook to bail Farmer out whenever necessary. Regardless of the perfect circumstances, it took one man to make it all happen. For those who say it's impossible to lead a meaningful, full life doing something you love, while also accumulating immense global power and stature, may I recommend this book. Just don't say I didn't warn you. It may just make you want to quit your job and instead use your skills for the betterment of mankind.

Here is a hero of the first water. He uses all his advantages of race and education to make a difference in the lives of the poor in Haiti, Chili, and Russia. This book paints pictures of the plights of victims of poverty and illnesses such as tuberculosis,and aids, and of the methods Dr. Farmer uses to bring about change. It is inspirational.

Well written informative book. Could not put it down. Dr. Farmer and those who work with him are an incredible bunch. We can all learn from their relentless pursuit to correct social injustice in the medical arena. Dr. Farmer's insightful view of Haitian society is right on the money. Myself, born in Haiti, Dr. Farmer's views on the cultural dynamics of the country thought me a thing or two about my own birth nation. Highly recommended to all.

This astonishing story of Dr. Paul Farmer is a testimony to the truly life-changing contribution that one committed person can make. Dr. Farmer refuses to take 'no' for an answer. He perseveres brilliantly, operating, not only in the U.S., but internationally. He calls on politicians, friends, physicians and anyone who can assist him in curing infectious diseases not only in Haiti, but all over the world. Although, not a page-turner for me, this book gives stunning insights to the type of extraordinaly person it takes to literally change the world. This book makes me realize that I, only one person, can do more.

What an excellent reminder that The Only Real Nation is Humanity. Through this writing, author Tracy Kidder introduced me to Dr. Paul Farmer, who co-founded Partners-in-Health ([...]), an organization I now proudly support for their medical/humanitarian work in Haiti and elsewhere. Dr. Paul Farmer puts the 'care' in the medical care model. The feats he goes through just to get to his patients and check on them is way beyond remarkable. The book, though a non-fiction biographical work, is written like a literary piece and as a result, I could not put it down nor did I want to put it down. Who among us ever forgets someone, whose life (not their words) inspires us from the depths of our being? I oftentimes forget the inspirational words people declare, but rarely do I forget the inspirational things they do.

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Horton Hears a Who is one of the best children's books ever written. It has everything - entertaining, fun writing, a memorable main character, good illustrations, and a good message. A few people have said that this story has an anti-abortion theme. I admit that this thought also came to my mind; however, I think this is irrelevant regardless of your views on this issue. Children surely will have no concept of this. They'll simply understand that Horton trusted his own mind and stood up for the "little" people despite the obstacles and nay-sayers in his path. What a wonderful message for kids!

I needed the book fairly quickly and received it in a timely manner. I had no problems searching or ordering the book. I teach preschool and I am able to find books and other resources on Amazon. The fact that there is no shipping and handling makes it more appealing to me as I don't always have the extra funds. I recommend using Amazon for your on-line shopping. Therese Wood Northwest, Florida

Our school did the musical Seussical this year, I bought all the books for the directors and some of the cast members. They did an awsome job and had alot of fun. Some of the kids are sad that it is all done. Thank-you for sending the books so fast. Amazon is the perfect place to shop when you are looking for hard to find or older books. Thanks again Sally

I purchased this book for my grandson who is just beginning to read. This Dr. Seuss book has become a classic. It's whimsical story line will quickly grab the attention and interest of any child. It's impossible to improve on great literature like this! I highly recommend it.

Horton Hears a Who is a masterpiece. Often heralded as a book on friendship, it is much more than that. Theodor Seuss Geisel was an outspoken critic of Hitler and Mussolini, and Horton Hears a Who has been said to have been Geisel's call to support the fledgling democracy in Japan after World War II. But Horton is much more than that. Horton Hears a Who is a reminder of the importance of protecting those weaker than we and a timeless call for people to unite and speak up for themselves.

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I love these books. I just ordered the next 2 from Amazon. Good shipping service, also. Jane Belk

This book has truly changed the way I percieve the world and helped me to cope with all the negativity that comes my way! I have read all 8 books and highly recommend them to everyone!!! These books will change your life!

Each book in this series has brought me more hope for our planet through the children. I am so excited to hear that Book 6, The Book of Kin has just been translated in English and released this week. My gratitude and enthusiasm, Sheila Davis, retired educator

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It is an old game so it is not so much fun to play now. The graphics looks a whole lot like 90s games. It is hard to move the interface around.