wtpattpk I don't know who is the keeper of the key here (Hallmark, Palm Films??), but shame on you for keeping this to yourself. This is a beautiful rendition of this story and should be released for new generations to see. The magic, the costumes, the music, the romance....stunning. Van Devere and Scott's chemistry on screen is exquisite. The English setting is elegant. Is this tied up in some sort of royalties claim? Has it just been forgotten about? I found a DVD on ebay and have purchased it, but have yet to receive it. I suspect it's of poor quality, but if that's what I can get I'll take it I suppose. Shame, shame, shame on you! Release this film, fools!

tehck Like so many others here, I saw this movie when it premiered and have been looking for it ever since. I'm not desperate or obsessed, but I have never forgotten this version and have always kept an eye out for it. I saw the 'classic' Cocteau version a few years later and found it wanting in comparison. Perhaps my memory has become rose colored, but I'd like to find out. I recall that Scott's makeup was very good, and his performance was what you would expect from one of the greatest actors of his generation. This was my introduction to Ms. Van Devere, whom I found charming, beautiful, and compelling as Belle. The story is, of course, well known, and this version follows the traditional line, but it is a beautiful rendition.

Alan B This was a wonderful performance by George C. Scott and everyone else in the cast. This version was real life actors rather than the animated form. Like others doing reviews, I have tried for several years to get a copy of this classic version of the movie. The movie kept my focused attention from start to finish. I can't understand why it isn't being made available to the general public for viewing again? Is there someone to contact about the possibility of it being available in the future?? I hope if it does become available to the public at some point I am aware of it so I can get a copy. This is truly a classic family movie and should be treasured and shared.

janevett Ditto! How can we have vaults filled with clunkers and something with this power and grace remain unavailable?I saw this television presentation over a quarter of a century ago and for my money, it was one of the most lovely things television ever gave me. One thing about Scott; he seemed incapable of turning in a bad performance no matter how vicious or viscous the material. But whenthere was a marriage of man and material, like in Patton, or the Hospital, or even in (critics be damned) They Might be Giants, one was in for a rare treat. Now that this great actor has gone from us, can't we have his lovely work along with all those turkeys he graced?