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This February, Disney invites you to re-live the enchanting story of Bambi and his charming forest friends in this most magical film, that has delighted families for years.

Since it's release in 1942, Bambi has captured the hearts of millions with its endearing tale of life through the eyes of a young fawn and his adorable woodland companions. No other film better reflects the pure magic of Disney as Bambi; the film most fondly remembered as Walt Disney's all-time favourite. Released for the first time ever on Disney DVD for a limited time only, this exquisite film has been painstakingly restored and remastered for generations young and old to enjoy from 14th February 2005.

Disney's spectacular animated forest fable chronicles the story of the newborn 'Prince of the Forest' and his charming woodland friends; the bashful skunk, Flower and everyone's favourite fun-loving rabbit Thumper; as they explore the fun and excitement of their woodland home. Brought to life in beautifully crafted animation and supported by the Academy Award® nominated score and unforgettable songs such as Little April Shower and Love is a Song - Bambi is one of Disney's most anticipated DVD debuts ever.

Bambi has been meticulously digitally re-mastered with amazingly improved picture and sound quality in Disney's most ambitious restoration project to date. To ensure generations to come can enjoy the magic of Walt Disney's most treasured legacy, the DVD experience is further bought to life by a plethora of extras for young and old. For kids there are interactive quizzes and games and a DisneyPedia guide to the characters real-life animal counterparts that will enchant and educate. For adults and collectors, there are features and commentaries that explore the fascinating heritage of this eternal classic.

Synopsis

Set to the backdrop of a beautiful forest, this classic film follows the story of Bambi as he develops from fawn to stag. The story begins as morning light breaks across the meadow and Bambi - the new 'prince of the forest' is born. He soon emerges from the thicket on wobbly legs, much to the delight of his new friends, Thumper, the playful rabbit and Flower, the shy but loveable skunk.

Bambi and his friends embark on a journey of discovery in their woodland home enjoying the fun of skating on 'stiff water', nibbling fresh blossoms and frolicking through the woods. Exploring this new world and guided by the wisdom of his friend Owl, Bambi learns valuable lessons with every adventure - experiencing love, loss, growth and renewal along the way.

Special Features

Features & Extras

  • Inside Walt's Story Meetings - Watch the film alongside script notes and meetings with Walt and the animation team as they plan out the final picture

Bonus Disc

  • Deleted Scenes - Winter Grass and Bambi's First Snow
  • Set Top Screensaver - Create the sights and sounds of the forest in your own home with a set top screensaver - complete with changing seasons
  • What's Your Season? - Are you as cold as winter or as warm as the summer fun? Simply by answering a few questions you can work out which of Mother Nature's traits you most possess
  • DisneyPedia: Bambi's Forest friends - Learn all about deer and other woodland animals in this fun and educational look at how the real life animals compare to their animated friends
  • Disney Storytime: Thumper Goes Exploring: Join Thumper in a brand new interactive story starring all his woodland friends. Have the story read to you or read it at your own pace
  • The Making of Bambi: A Prince is Born: A featurette broken down into six different sections all about the making of the film
  • Restoring Bambi - A behind the scenes look at how the film was restored
  • The Legacy continues - The legacy of Bambi is continued in a brand new adventure. Return to the forest in this sneak peek of Bambi II
  • Disney Time Capsule - A journey back to 1942 to see what the world and the Walt Disney Studio was then like
  • Art Gallery - Stills and images from art to animation in this Disney Classic
  • Tricks of the Trade - A behind the scenes look at the animation tricks of the trade, filmed in 1957 and hosted by Walt Disney
  • The Old Mill - An animated short from 1937 that has been cited as one of the influences for the Bambi artists.