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The Flintstones: The Complete First Season

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I received this Dvd set quickly and it was in perfect conditions.
I was really satisfied and happy with this purchase

Like so many others who remember watching these classic Hanna-Barbera when they originally ran in the sixties and seventies, I'm so glad that Warner Bros has seen fit to distribute these classics of good, quality american animation.

While most anime shows concentrate on extensive dialogue and fancy computer animation, watching these classics on DVD with the simple animation and easy to follow simple plotlines, it's take me back to an easier time of my childhood.

While I haven't seen most of these episodes, this DVD set really made me laugh because of the obvious connection to the Honeymooners television series that it seems modeled after. If you're a fan of classic animation and of simpler times without the violence that occupies so much animation these days, this is the ultimate in family entertainment any any fan would truly feel deprived if they passed this one up.

Un bon coffret avec un bon transfert image, son acceptable. Les Pierrafeu est un exemple où la traduction (québécoise) est supérieure à l'originale. Il est très dommage que, malgré les indications sur la boîte, 5 épisodes soient traduits en France dont le billet de loterie, le monstre des étangs de goudron et la journée aux courses. L'adaptation française n'a jamais été populaire et ces extraits confirment leur médiocrité. Les autres épisodes en québécois sont hilarants. Les dessins de cette saison sont plus brouillons, mais je trouve que ce sont les meilleurs épisodes. Évidemment, Paul Berval en est le principal intérêt. Les bonus sont courts et très peu intéressants. Une coche (étoile) en moins pour les 5 épisodes de France.

I used to watch "Les Pierrafeu" (The Flinstones), every day at noon. Of course, as a young francophone, I watched the episodes in French. When I saw that the 1st season dubbed in Quebec was available, I rushed to the store to buy my personal copy. It didn't take me long to realize that the voices were not the one I used to know. Out of 28 episodes, 5 were dubbed in France. For a big fan of the Flinstones from Quebec, it is unacceptable. Moreover, I know that the episodes dubbed in France have been dubbed in Quebec as well. Now, I'm stuck my serie because the store doesn't want to have it back now that it is open! What a mistake. I hope they will correct it so I can hear the Fred I used to hear.

First of all, it is important for me to say how much I support Warner Brothers Home Video for FINALLY getting some classic Hanna-Barbera titles out there on DVD. I am already looking forward to Season 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. Please keep them coming.

This is a long-awaited set of what HAS to be, (arguably) the best season of The Flintstones' six season run, (do in most part to the brilliant writing of Warner Brothers story veterans Warren Foster and Michael Maltese, the superb timing of the animation and excellent casting, (Alan Reed, Mel Blanc, Jean Vander Pyl and Bea Benaderet). In fact, one of the reasons I became an animator is because I was exposed to these shows as a child when they ran in prime time. And still, over 40 years later, they remain fresh, VERY funny and remarkably well produced for television. I am now working in television animation, after decades at Disney Features, and watching these shows just makes my jaw drop (right to the ground), because I know how hard it is to make a good show on a limited budget and time schedule. It just goes to show you what can happen when a group of people who know and understand FULL animation (Tom & Jerry, etc.), get together to do LIMITED animation. There may not be as many drawings, but what's there is choice!

The Extras on this box set are marginal and seem slapped together haphazardly. There are also fewer of them then there were on the famous Laser Disc set from a few years back. Some are the same as on the Laserdiscs, but there are a few new ones. In the end, there is nothing really very noteworthy in the "Extras" section EXCEPT a very fun little bit under "Wacky Inventions." This short, "Mockumentary" is outstanding in that it uses clips from the shows to describe the stone-age gimmicks and gadgets created for the episodes. It is done in a style very similar to the series and features nice voiceover commentary by someone that sounds VERY much like a young John Stephenson, (who provided many voices for the original series including a voice for the many faces of Mr. Slate, Fred's boss at the quarry).

Overall, this series is wonderful to finally have on DVD, the only reasons I hesitate to give this set a full 5 stars is because we get little more than what is currently broadcast on television. A number of the shows have been completely stripped of their laugh tracks, the end credits are generic and inaccurate, the shows do not seem to be listed or shown in the order that they were produced or were originally broadcast, and there are some inaccuracies in the "facts" presented about the show, (Dino, does in fact appear well before "The Snorkasaurus Hunt" but he only talks (like Phil Silvers), in that one episode.

One can only hope that future sets earmarked for release (notably The Jetsons and Jonny Quest), will find the episodes restored to their original length with their original soundtracks and credits intact because they are currently shown, (particularly The Jetsons) hacked to ribbons when they are broadcast on television. If Warner Brothers Home Video, who now owns the original Hanna-Barbera library, is going to go to the trouble of releasing a special box set of these famous series (and what about Top Cat?), please put back the missing footage taken out to make room for more commercials on television. Otherwise, folks, what's the point?

At any rate, hats off to Bill, Joe and their fantastic crew of animators, designers, painters, musicians and actors for their brilliant work on "The Flintstones" a series that truly stands the test of time.

Ce DVD m'as vraiment enjoué au moment de l'achat et m'as rapellé de vieux souvenirs. Le simple détails est la fausse information donnée au niveau de la langue. selon les spécifications, la version française est doublée au québec, et c'est d'ailleur la raison pour laquelle je l'ai acheté. Je fût très décu de voir qu'après quelques épisodes québécoises, certains épisodes étaient doublés en France. Ce qui n'as jamais été spécifié sur la pochette. Néanmoins, se DVD est un bon achat pour les nostalgiques.

DVDï¿s have been around for a while and have quickly become the most popular format for video. Without regard to quality, you can be sure that most recent theatrically releases will come out on DVD, but there is no predicting if and when, your favorite classic TV program or cartoon will appear on DVD. The recent revolution in packaging TV programs in complete seasons or other large collections, has clearly demonstrated that marketing strategy has shifted from attracting the casual viewer, to targeting the dedicated fan willing to spend substantial dollars on a favorite program.

Believing that the fans most willing to buy sets are in a younger demographic, most of the sets released are of programs that are less than ten years old. Passed by to a great extent, are most of the classic TV programs and cartoons from the 50ï¿s to 80ï¿s. Only recently are programs from this era beginning to receive the same treatment on DVD commonly accorded to popular contemporary series like ï¿24ï¿. Finally some truly classic TV programming is making it to DVD! Hanna Barberaï¿s The Flintstones, is a cartoon deserving of royal treatment. This cartoon modeled on ï¿The Honeymoonersï¿, ran in prime time, and was aimed at adults. It featured Fred Flintstone, a middle class working man, dealing with ï¿modernï¿ issues in a ï¿stone ageï¿ setting. The cartoon provided a window into suburban American life. A view that was so clear and familiar, that millions had no problems identifying with what they saw.

The slapstick humor may have drawn in kids, but The Flintstones was a cartoon about married life. The perspective was not always idyllic, with Fred and Barney often scheming to keep their activities secret from their wives. While perhaps not always providing a perfect example, the humanity of the characters made them lovable. At its best moments, The Flintstones had a message. It not only made you laugh, but think and reflect about life as well.

The 28 episodes in Season One, explore topics and themes that would reoccur in the series. These include gambling, pop music, get-rich-quick schemes, contests, and crime. Fred is typically at the center of the action, with his big mouth and brash personality often getting him into outrageous situations. In one episode, he is singing sensation ï¿Hi-Fyeï¿, in another heï¿s a stunt double in a movie. After being conked on the head he becomes the ultra refined and snooty ï¿Frederickï¿. Role reversal is another reoccurring theme, as Fred impersonates a rich tycoon who looks just like him.

The quality and character of the talent providing the voices, contributes massively to the success of the program. Alan Reed provides the unmistakable voice of Fred Flintstone, and voice over giant Mel Blanc, gives life to Barney Rubble. Wives Wilma, and Betty are voiced by Jean Vander Pyl and Bea Benaderet (Petticoat Junction) respectively. Two of the sweetest voices in animation.

The Flintstones is a landmark event in animation. It is truly wonderful that some of televisionï¿s all time classic programs are at last being made available. If not already, hopefully in time, your favorite program will be too

Besides the subpar extras, this DVD is a must have for any Flintstones fan. I love putting it on once in a while, and relaxing after a hard day's work. Brings me back to my childhood, and that is a wonderful place to visit once in a while.

This is a wonderful DVD of a cartoon which many of us grew up with! Fred and the gang will never grow old. I have completed the episode guide from the spotlight review so that you will have the complete summary.

Episode Guide:
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(15) The Girls' Night Out: Fred cuts a record at an amusement park and becomes teen singing idol Hi-Fye.
(16) Arthur Quarry's Dance Class: Fred and Barney take dance lessons, using Joe Rockhead's Volunteer Fire Department as a front.
(17) The Big Bank Robbery: Fred and Barney intercept $86,000 in stolen loot, and are soon wanted by both the police and the real robbers.
(18) The Snorkasaurus Hunter: On a hunting trip, the gang encounter a fast-moving, fast-talking snorkasaurus. Fred and Barney try to catch him for dinner.
(19) The Hot Piano: Fred buys a piano from 88 Fingers Louie as an anniversary present for Wilma.
(20) The Hypnotist: Inspired by the Great Mesmo, Fred accidentally hypnotizes Barney into thinking he's a dog. Barney runs off and winds up in the pound.
(21) Love Letters On the Rocks: Fred finds a love letter to Wilma and hires Perry Gunite, a private eye.
(22) The Tycoon: Fred trades places with J. L. Gotrocks, his rich double.
(23) The Astr'nuts: The boys accidentally enlist in the Army and are recruited for a top-secret moon launch.
(24) The Long, Long Weekend: The Flintstones and Rubbles visit the hotel owned by Fred's old friend Gus ("Smooooothie") and end up as the only members of the hotel staff just as the Water Buffalo convention rolls into town.
(25) In the Dough: Wilma and Betty's Flint Rubble Double Bubble Cake makes them finalists in a bake-off, but Fred and Barney must assume their identities when the wives get the measles.
(26) The Good Scout: Fred and Barney lead a Boy Scout troop into danger.
(27) Rooms For Rent: Wilma and Betty take in music students as lodgers.
(28) Fred Flintstone--Before and After: Fred's appearance in a Fat Off Reducing Method commercial leads to his joining Food Anonymous.

As far as i know, the intro in this set is actually the intro of the first season... the "Meet the Flintstones" intro were part of season 2 (or 3, i can't remember)..

Gladly, WB can restore this intro appropiately