Pufnstuf
by Hollingsworth Morse
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Actor: Billie Hayes, Billy Barty, Jack Wild, Mama Cass, Martha RayeDirector: Hollingsworth Morse
Brand: Universal Studios
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 93 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2009-05-19
Audience Rating: G (General Audience)
Studio: Universal Studios Home Entertainment
DVD Reviews of Pufnstuf
DVD Review: The DVD is heavily cropped
Summary: 1 Stars
Near the start of the film, when Jimmy is walking the white picket fence, the top and bottom of the lamppost are missing. They were always there before. When he runs through the gate at school, the roof of the building is cut off as is much of the foreground. It's this way throughout the entire film. There should be a warning on this that it has been modified to remove much of the original image. It's really a shame to dishonor such a terrific movie this way.DVD Review: "PUFNSTUF"... THE NEXT "WIZARD OF OZ"???
Summary: 4 Stars
"Pufnstuff" is, of course, the feature film version of Sid and Marty Kroft's popular series "H.R. Pufnstuf" from 1969. In fact, the film is exactly like the series, but stretched out to around 90 minutes. Feeling rejected at home and school, Jimmy (Jack Wild) discovers that his flute is actually a magic, talking golden flute named Freddy. Jimmy and Freddy are lured away on a boat belonging to the wacky Witchiepoo (the outragous Billie Hayes), who plots to steal Freddy for herself. Escaping the boat, Jimmy and Freddy land on Living Island, a fantastic place with Hippie Trees, Evil Trees, Talking Clocks, Talking Books, a house that sneezes, and even stranger inhabitants. Jimmy and Freddy are rescued by Mayor H.R. Pufnstuff, a tall dragon who speaks in a Southern drawl, Dr. Blinky, an owl, Cling and Clang, and assorted other characters. Witchiepoo's attempts to nab Jimmy and Freddy are always thwarted by Pufnstuf and pals, who also thoroughly ruin Witchiepoo's chance at being named "Witch Of The Year."
The added theatrical trailer describes "Pufnstuf" as "the most magical, musical film since "The Wizard Of Oz." I wouldn't go quite that far, although their are some obvious similarities. Both films feature psychedelic/surrealistic colors and characters; the very American Dorothy is chased around Oz by a truly frightening Witch who wants the magic Ruby Slippers; the very British Jimmy is chased around Living Island by the truly wacky and silly Witchiepoo, who wants the magic flute. The film belongs to Billie Hayes and the Witches who gather at the castle for a Convention, singing a fun song titled "Zap The World." Some of these Witches appear to be men in drag (including Billy Barty), which gives "Pufnstuf" some added "camp value", not that it needs anymore. Martha Raye, who would subsequently star as Benita Bizarre on the Kroft's next series "The Bugaloos", makes a cameo appearance as Boss Witch. "Mama" Cass Elliot, of The Mamas And The Papas", makes her only film appearance as Witch Hazel. Cass sings a wonderful song called "Different", and that alone is reason enough to buy the DVD.
The DVD release comes from an excellent print and is presented in Widescreen Format. Today's kids may not like it, but the film is a delight for those of us who were kids with Pufnstuf and Witchiepoo, and want to take a nostalgic trip. "Pufnstuf" is, indeed, a "trip"... in more ways than one!
DVD Review: HR Pufnstuf
Summary: 5 Stars
GREAT choice, bought as a gift for my brother, he grew up watching this show, and had heard the movie was available. I received it in stellar time. And he has since watched it 3 times, very enjoyable. All will appreciate this movie. Great for all ages also. I highly recommend this purchase.DVD Review: So fun to remember...
Summary: 4 Stars
When I was young, Sid and Marty Krofft were a large part of Saturday morning fun. From H.R. Pufnstuf to Lidsville, the songs and the colors were endless. I purchased this DVD because for years, my sister and I would make a reference to looking like Witchiepoo whenever we were having a bad hair day. I wanted my girls to see her (Billie Hayes), and hear her. And of course, I remember Jimmy (Jack Wild) as my first crush...We loved watching and laughing together. This DVD does not disappoint. DVD Review: Kitsch
Summary: 4 Stars
It was great to be able to see a movie tat I remember being a Sat or Sun afternoon movie. I remember this movie ad the other Kroft brothers productions. I was glad to be able to share it with my daughter.
Description of Pufnstuf
From Land of the Lost producers, Sid & Marty Krofft, comes a family comedy filled with mirth, magic and music. After a bad day at school, Jimmy runs to the shore to play his flute, but he can't believe his eyes when his ordinary flute comes to life! When a magical talking boat appears, he boards the ship only to discover that it has been sent by an evil witch named Witchiepoo to keep him prisoner and take his flute. It's up to the fantastic dragon H.R. Pufnstuf and his comical companions, Cling and Clang, to come to the rescue in an adventure beyond anyone's wildest imagination.General DVDs
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