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| Christmas Unwrapped - The History of Christmas (History Channel) (A&E DVD Archives) | 
 enlarge | Actors: Harry Smith (ix), Bobby Hyatt, Darren Mcgavin, Forrest Church, Melinda Dillon
Studio: A&E Home Video
Category: DVD
List Price: $24.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (10 reviews)
Sales Rank: 6611
Format: Color, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 50 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: AAED71925D
ISBN: 076708053X
UPC: 733961719253
EAN: 9780767080538
ASIN: B0007WFULA
Release Date: April 26, 2005
Theatrical Release Date: 1997
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Product Description
From santa claus to the christmas tree this is an enchanting look at some of the most beloved christmas traditions. Studio: A&e Home Video Release Date: 04/26/2005
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
Excellent information March 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Good to finally get to the truth on some of these holidays. Christmas will never be the same! Excellent video.
The truth about Christmas January 21, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
When I was a kid (60 years ago) I thought we had always celebrated Christmas the same for about the last 2000 years or so. Surprise!! We hadn't!! Very enlightening.
Judith's Review January 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
What a wonderful production! There is a history and story to Christmas that you never knew! This makes a wonderful gift for any age.
Mark this DVD for annual viewing March 15, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Harry Smith does a nice job narrating this history of Christmas and is backed by a well-rounded and erudite group of experts on Christmas, religion, and folklore.
This documentary appeared on The History Channel ten years ago but it isn't outdated. It's nice to have for an annual Christmas season viewing.
Stephen Nissenbaum, Historian at the University of Massachusetts, reminds us that Christmas in old time England was really like a carnival similar to today's Mardi Gras in New Orleans. We also hear from Alan Dundes of the Folklore Department at U.C. Berkley, Leigh Eric Schmidt and Elaine Pagels, both of the Religion Department at Princeton University and A. W. Purdue, Historian at Open University in England.
For those who see a modern day conflict between the religious and secular aspects of the season, Penne L. Restad, Historian at the University of Texas, says that there has always been other ceremonies associated with the Christmas season in addition to Christ. This conflict goes back to the very first celebration of the liturgical feast.
The story reveals the Pagan roots for many of today's traditions and shows that many traditions we think "ancient" are recent inventions. It studies the cultural material of Christmas - trees, shopping, and songs.
Rev. Forrest Church, Minister at All Souls Church in New York City points out that people have deep needs to connect with family and friends during the Christmas season. This illustrates how Christmas is more than just a time to attend a church service; it's a time for family gatherings.
This year, why not gather with your family to view "Christmas Unwrapped."
 why isn't it longer? January 16, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Every segment to this interesting and relevant documentary tells so much about where we get our traditions, yet sometimes it feels rushed. It could have been a whole hour longer and I would not have moved from my seat!
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