Free to Be You and Me
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Movie Reviews of Free to Be You and Me
Movie Review: Perfectly delightful for boys and girls and their parents
Summary: 5 Stars
It's hysterical and pitiful that some of the other 'reviewers' describe this program as though it is some subversive, dangerous, dogmatic propaganda.
WARNING: This program teaches children to love themselves and respect others and we all know how threatening and subversive those values are! Quick run back to the cave and hide! The sky is falling!!
If you believe little boys playing with dolls is sick and threatens their development, then you won't like this program. If you think it's subservise propaganda to tell little girls it's okay for them to be smart and strong, then you won't like this program either. On the other hand, if you are a nurturing parent and some of your goals include teaching your child to have a sense of self, to respect humanity's differences (gasp!) and to empower (double gasp!) them to reach for the stars, then you'll enjoy sharing this program with your kids.
Movie Review: Sentimental favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
When my daughter was born, a relative and I wound up reminiscing about this album and how much we both loved it growing up. Next thing I knew, a copy of the DVD arrived as a gift for my daughter and me. The first time I sat down and watched, it brought back all my memories of being a little girl in the 70's. I could even still sing along with the title song! Right now, my daughter is too young to do much except listen as I sing or play music for her, but I hope she grows up enjoying these songs as much as I did. Yes, the visuals are dated, but I believe the messages of these songs are as pertinent now as they were thirty years ago. Best of all, the songs get their messages across without being "preachy." I think this is a fabulous alternative to much of what's out there for kids today, and dated as some elements may be, "Free to Be You and Me" is still a long, long way from going out of style.Movie Review: warms the heart
Summary: 5 Stars
When the cd was released I was ecstatic. Just like so many others, this stuff stuck with me all of my life. It is so heart-felt, so honest, so idealistic in a way that is actually humanly possible! It's the kind of idealism that nourishes a child well. So much has changed in the world, but I was glad to be reminded of that soft center that had been cultivated within me in my childhood and which I associated to completely with this music. Everytime I hear it, honest to God and I feel slightly embarassed about this, I kind of always want to cry. Great funk influences, great folk influences, terrific Diana Ross track, a few really funny pieces, and SO RETRO!!!! Honestly, there is alot to make this valuable to so many different people. So many generations. I keep wondering when I'm going to hear some of it sampled in some spaced out electronica. Lovers of Free to Be and liberal ideals unite!Movie Review: Dated? you've got to be kidding!
Summary: 5 Stars
Buy this DVD. Just do it. Lessons like equality, self realization, bullies and gender stereotypes are more needed in today's 'modern' life than ever. So what if the technology is out of touch when the message isn't!
What is a 2 year old going to know of technology anyway? Mine loves good old sesame street over the fancier fare availble; and, believe me, I've tried to get him into more modern stuff so I can bear to sit through it.
We complain that they spend hours in front of the TV and on Nintendo DS. They're just kids in the end and is it them or us succumbing to advertising or the cool gadets out there? Before they get too jaded try out 'Free to be...' on them.
Remember: We've read where parents said the DVD was too dated but I did not read where their kids said 'hey mom this DVD is soooo 1970's I just can't watch it'.
Movie Review: A childhood favorite.
Summary: 5 Stars
I saw this as a little girl,when I was in 3rd grade. It was Thanksgivingtime.I loved the Boy meets Girl[they were hilarious] My favorite is Parents are People[good beat and so many costume changes]
Ladies First reminds me of[I'm pretty,I'm Prettier, I'm Prettiest one of all from Sesame Street,You remember them? I bet KP and Ron can make chow out out of those tigers and feed the world.
Atalanta-I read this in either Elementary or Middle school.I thought.Hey! That's from Free to be.. You and Me. A princess that doesn't mope around in her fancy dress,she runs,and thinks for herself,if she wants to marry or not.I want to[badly]
William's Doll-I like the beat of the song and the faces of the kids teasing him.
Brothers and Sisters-I see June Angela"Julie" from The Electric Company in this with other people dancing.I love this song.