The Hunchback of Notre Dame | 
| Actors: Demi Moore, Tom Hulce
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  176 reviews
Sales Rank: 966
Format: Anamorphic, Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dts Surround Sound, Dvd, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 91 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: DISD23315D
ISBN: 0788830120
UPC: 786936160079
EAN: 9780788830129
ASIN: B00005TN8K
Theatrical Release Date: June 21, 1996
Release Date: March 19, 2002
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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The misconception about this animated film from Disney was that it was a movie for kids--something Victor Hugo never had in mind. In fact, despite a cute brace of singing gargoyles who are Quasimodo's (Tom Hulce) best friends, this version of Hugo's classic tale is really adult entertainment, with a strong set of songs by Alan Menken. The story remains mostly the same (though tricked out with a happier ending than Hugo's): Quasimodo, the ward of repressive monk Frollo, falls for a gypsy girl named Esmerelda (Demi Moore)--though she loves one of the king's guards (Kevin Kline). But they are all put in jeopardy by the wicked Frollo, whose secret passion for Esmerelda leads him to seek her death. At times too dark and even a shade kinky, something that may scare younger viewers. --Marshall Fine
Product Description
Inspired by Victor Hugo's classic novel, Disney brings the heroic adventures of Quasimodo, the gentle and lonely bell ringer of Notre Dame, to spectacular life. This critically acclaimed Disney masterpiece is an "uplifting, thrilling story with a heart-touching message that emerges from the comedy and song" (Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times). At the urging of his hilarious gargoyle pals Victor, Hugo, and Laverne, Quaismodo leaves the solitary safety of his tower, venturing out to find his first true friend, the gypsy beauty Esmerelda. The most unlikely of heroes, Quasi fights to save the people and the city he loves and, in turn, helps us to see people for who they are, rather than how they appear. The star-studded voice cast includes Jason Alexander, Tom Hulce, Kevin Kline, and Demi Moore in a magnificent Disney musical from renowned composer Alan Menken.
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 hunchback of notre dame June 27, 2009
Navy Federal
well this one was almost perfect, but while watching it the subtitles will pop on in random spots letting me know it is a burned copy witch i could have got from anywere
 An Incredible Project of Animation May 21, 2009
Leyan Sun
To put it bluntly, Disney doesn't make movies like this anymore. True, it's considered very dark for young children, but the underlying message makes up for it. I shouldn't repeat what others have been saying in previous reviews, other than the fact that Disney hasn't given this movie a proper two disc release like other classics. It's a real shame to hold back such a excellent movie. Hopefully they'll do that in the future without reverting back to the ill conceived "Disney Vault".
 Slightly Searching for a Target Audience May 2, 2009
Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
In the Middle Ages, the city of Paris is ruled with an iron first by Frollo (Tony Jay), the chief magistrate. Frollo has made it his mission to destroy the gypsies. While he is doing that one night, he winds up with the baby Quasimodo. Guilted into raising the child as his own, he places Quasimodo (Tom Hulce) in the bell towers of Notre Dame and attempts to keep him hidden from the rest of the world.
Quasi gets tired of staying in the tower, however, and ventures forth during the annual Festival of Fools. It is there that he meets Esmeralda (Demi Moore), a beautiful gypsy who is actually nice to him. But the crowd quickly turns on him when they see how deformed he is. That's nothing compared to how Frollo acts toward Esmeralda, however. He attempts to get his new captain of the guard Phoebus (Kevin Kline) to arrest her. But Phoebus has other plans. When the city of Paris suddenly lies in the balance, what can Quasi do to help?
To be honest, I still have trouble believing this movie got made. Even with the attempts to lighten the storyline and change the ending, this is still an incredibly dark film. I don't understand how it missed getting the PG rating it deserved.
Now that's not to say I don't like the film. It is a powerful tale in the evils of prejudice and hypocrisy. There are eight songs, and all of them are wonderful. This is definitely Broadway caliper music. The animation looks incredible. The details are almost breathtaking at times.
But the story is so dark. Frollo becomes obsessed with Esmeralda, and his actions make the film very dark. And that doesn't even bring up "Hellfire," a song devoted to his desires for this gypsy. The imagery and words are a bit much for a kid's movie.
In an attempt to make the movie appeal to kids, three gargoyles are added to the story that act as Quasi's friends up in the tower. They do add some fun comic relief, and I like them. However, it makes the film feel a little scattered between trying to appeal to adults and kids at the same time.
This is a movie well worth watching. Adults will definitely appreciate it. However, watch it before you plop your kids down in front of it.
I love this movie! February 17, 2009
veronica lovely
I love this movie! Every character is flawed and interesting. The animation of Notre Dame itself is breathtaking! The song Hellfire is about as dark and sinister as it gets! Sure it's a little deep for the kiddies, but there is still enough upbeat scenes to appease them. Great movie!
Disney February 9, 2009
Richard Mowbray (DC)
well, it has the same title as the book. That's about as much as it has in common.
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