Truly underated for its time, this movie was never a box office smash; however, perhaps it wasn't as understood as it is today or perhaps it didn't have the right mix of actors for the time. However, the actors, with time, became superstars in their own right...particularly James Stewart and Donna Reed (George & Mary Bailey). It come complete with BW and Colorized versions...I wasn't convinced as I've seen colorized in prior years...not so with this...it is a high tech colorized version that amazed everyone (including the kids who thought it was indeed in color!)
There are multiple scenes and characters theat today impact our lives, without us even knowing it...i.e., Erny & Burt are cab driver & policeman (best of friends) witnessed and captured by Jim Henson...welll, he used those names later on in his career as a puppeteer. Carl 'Alphalpha' Swetzer also appears in this film (one of his final roles). There are others...including Zuzu's comment from her teacher...every time a bell rings an agnel gets their wings. This movie will capture you belief in life and address how we all make a difference in our daily lives (much like George Bailey needed to find out). See the movie...enjoy!
What's great about it: Captures the heart of human sacrifice. Both BW & Colorized Versions.
This collection has the bulk of Gene Pitney's performances captured from original recordings and some only made famous in UK (most likely due to lack of radio play is the US). It does; however, capture all the true hits made during his us run in the 60's.
What's great about it: Great price for Gene Pitneys work!