Movie Info:
Rating: G
Studio: Disney
Release Info:
DVD Release Date: September 9, 2008
Online Availability: Amazon
Parents tend to get more nervous when it comes to letting babies in front of the television. This was not as much an issue when I was a child or when my son was. I am a big believer in educational television and things in moderation. If you’re using your television as a babysitter well then your child may end up with some issues. If you only let them watch it occasionally though and you pay attention to what you’re letting them watch then it shouldn’t be so bad.
The Baby Einstein series is creative, fun, and educational. Parents that want to introduce their children to classic music and baby-friendly images will enjoy these DVDs immensely. When these came out my son was too old to enjoy them, but my nephew really loved them. It was nice to see this tenth anniversary DVD come out and I was impressed by not only the series, but the bonus section, as well.
There are plenty of good songs on the Baby Mozart DVD. These songs include one of the all time children’s favorites “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Along with the music there are images of puppets, children playing a number of instruments (piano, violin, etc), and a selection of common and not so common toys that flash along the screen.
Normally I would not be as impressed by Baby Einstein, but it is the combination of elements that appeal to me as a parent and to the children watching the DVD. I appreciate the bright colors and images mixed with the perfect musical elements to create a fun and educational DVD for the youngest audience available.
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The 1.33:1 aspect ratio for Baby Einstein: Baby Mozart looks just as good as the previous Disney titles that we have reviewed in the past. The DVD offers a bright, colorful picture with little grain and no visible distortion. The clear picture will ensure that your children enjoy all of the various visual elements of the show.
The audio was passable, but I would have expected better from a DVD that rests partially on the auditory experience. Dolby Digital 2.0 offered a somewhat flat, non-dynamic experience. Dolby Digital 5.1 would have welcomed a better sound, but what is offered is not terrible. There were no issues with volume toggling.
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Bonus Features:
If you have read the Baby Einstein: Baby Beethoven review on LI Kids then you should be pretty familiar with the bonus features as they are nearly identical. You receive a featurette on how Baby Einstein got started with Julie Clark and her daughters. Other features include “Discovery Cards” flash cards, and “Quiet Time Mode.” You also receive “Together Time Tips,” which gives parents plenty of ideas about how to use Baby Einstein to your full potential.
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Bottom Line:
Baby Einstein: Baby Mozart will work best for babies and young toddlers. This is a great thing to watch with your children to allow them to benefit from the DVD and the interaction with you. Of course, at about a half an hour, this would also give you a few moments to yourself if they were needed. This is about guilt free as baby television gets thanks to the educational value that is involved. If you have a baby and haven’t checked this series out, now is the perfect time to do so.
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Technorati Tags: DVD Review, Disney Home Video, Music, Images, Babies, Educational, Creative, Digital Board Book, Baby Mozart, Ten Year Anniversary
Written by Ashtyn Evans - Visit Website
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Ashtyn lives in her home state of Michigan with her life partner, Dominick, her 14 year old son, and her baby, the Shih-Tzu, Oliver Twist. Ashtyn is in college, going for a degree in Psychology. She plans to get her Ph.D and work as a therapist in the field of human sexuality. Ashtyn is an experienced and talented chef. She also excels at writing and has worked as a professional writer for the past five years. Ashtyn enjoys spending time with her son and four year old nephew, watching movies, listening to music, and writing works of fiction.
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