New Holiday DVD Releases 11/24/09

SANTA BUDDIES GIFT SET (DVD + FIVE PLUSH BUDDIES)

Disney's irresistible talking puppies return in a heartwarming all-new holiday adventure! Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole! Join The Buddies (Budderball, B-Dawg, Rosebud, Buddha and Mudbud) in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. When Puppy Paws, the fun-loving son of Santa Paws, gets tired of the North Pole, he finds Budderball on Santa s naughty list and figures he's just the dog to show him how to be an ordinary pup. But when the magical Christmas Icicle starts to melt and the world begins to forget the true meaning of the season, it's up to Puppy Paws and his newfound Buddies to save Christmas.


SANTA BUDDIES (TWO-DISC BLU-RAY/DVD COMBO)

Disney's irresistible talking puppies return in a heartwarming all-new holiday adventure! Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole! Join The Buddies (Budderball, B-Dawg, Rosebud, Buddha and Mudbud) in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. When Puppy Paws, the fun-loving son of Santa Paws, gets tired of the North Pole, he finds Budderball on Santa s naughty list and figures he's just the dog to show him how to be an ordinary pup. But when the magical Christmas Icicle starts to melt and the world begins to forget the true meaning of the season, it's up to Puppy Paws and his newfound Buddies to save Christmas.


SANTA BUDDIES

Disney's irresistible talking puppies return in a heartwarming all-new holiday adventure! Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole! Join The Buddies (Budderball, B-Dawg, Rosebud, Buddha and Mudbud) in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. When Puppy Paws, the fun-loving son of Santa Paws, gets tired of the North Pole, he finds Budderball on Santa s naughty list and figures he's just the dog to show him how to be an ordinary pup. But when the magical Christmas Icicle starts to melt and the world begins to forget the true meaning of the season, it's up to Puppy Paws and his newfound Buddies to save Christmas.


FOUR CHRISTMASES

A crafty couple run the Christmas Day gauntlet by racing to visit their divorced parents' four separate households in this Vince Vaughn/Reese Witherspoon comedy that proves the holidays are no time for relaxing. Brad (Vaughn) and Kate (Witherspoon) have made something of an art form out of avoiding their families during the holidays, but this year their foolproof plan is about go bust -- big time. Stuck at the city airport after all departing flights are canceled, the couple is embarrassed to see their ruse exposed to the world by an overzealous television reporter. Now, Brad and Kate are left with precious little choice other than to swallow their pride and suffer the rounds.


STING: A WINTER'S NIGHT...LIVE FROM DURHAM CATHEDRAL

"Sting: A Winter's Night...Live from Durham Cathedral" places the artist in the unique setting of England's most famous cathedral. This majestic live performance captures the mood and spirit of the season with a diverse collection of songs, carols and lullabies spanning the centuries. Also includes documentary features a behind-the-scenes look at the concert's genesis, beginning with the album recording sessions at Sting's home in the Italian countryside, leading up to the final rehearsals at Durham Cathedral. Along the way, Sting revisits places from his childhood and reunites with old friends and band mates, swapping stories and reminiscing.


THE PERFECT GIFT

What if the world threw you a birthday party but you weren't invited? Discover how a spoiled schoolgirl, her overworked executive mother, and a disillusioned young minister receive an uplifting message about friendship, commitment, and the true meaning of Christmas from a mysterious "drifter" named Jess. The third film in The Perfect Stranger series!


CHRISTMAS UNWRAPPED

In this one-hour DVD you will experience dramatic presentations of Christmas that time has forgotten along with breathtaking re-enactments of the gospel. Plus, visit an old-fashioned Christmas with stories, activities and ideas of how your family can celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. The most important truth in all of Christianity is stated right here: "We are made alive together with Christ." That is the most important fact upon which to build all the rest of Christian faith and experience. This is the greatest gift given to all of us.


PRECIOUS MOMENTS: LITTLE SPARROW

Timmy the Angel has an important new assignment: Find a way to help the people in two villages by bringing them together with trust and friendship. The two villages learn they are more alike than different in this Thanksgiving tale.


PRECIOUS MOMENTS: TIMMY'S SPECIAL DELIVERY

Timmy the Angel and his animal friends are inspired to help two selfless children. When Holly and Chris wish simultaneously that the other one receive a gift for Christmas, Timmy and his friends go to work to answer these unselfish prayers. Pastel animation and subtle music enhance this touching holiday tale. Recommended for ages five and up.


PRECIOUS MOMENTS: TIMMY'S GIFT

Timmy the Angel is given the important job of delivering a jeweled crown to baby Jesus. Timmy is afraid and thinks he's too little for such responsibility, but love and support help him on his journey. Lovely pastel animation and soft music add to the gentleness of this video. Recommended for ages six and up.