Veggietales: Abe and the Amazing Promise
Feb 5, 2009 DVD Reviews
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Veggietales: Abe and the Amazing Promise
Big Idea
The latest story teaches patience from the perspective of the biblical narrative of Abraham and Sarah and their impatience (or mistrust) of God’s promise. The lead into the story is very clever, as they use a behind-the-scenes of a movie production to recount the story. As the story gets rolling I love the setting of the retirement home, miniature golf and swimming pools! The story is loaded witty little illustrations of what it means to be patient, and all together they teach the lesson as a whole – trust in God and be patient. It is notable though, to point out that episode leaves out a whole lot of the story, like everything about Hagar and Ishmael. However, as the character of Abraham says, “there’s a lot more actually, but as far as patience go, it’s a good place to stop.”
The main story is less than 20 minutes and it’s followed by a silly song with Larry titled “Sneeze If You Need To!” and a second episode titled “Blunders in Boo-Boo-Ville,” a musical featuring Larry the Cucumber. This too is a story on patience.
- Ken W.
VEGGIETALES®: ABE AND THE AMAZING PROMISE
Available February 7, 2009
Featuring A Lesson On Patience – New DVD Is Worth The Wait!
Nationally Syndicated Radio Show Host, “Delilah,” Voices VeggieTales Character
PLUS! Simultaneous Release Of The VeggieTales® Bible From ZonderkidzÔ
FRANKLIN, TN (November 5, 2008) – Good things come to those who wait! VeggieTales®: Abe and the Amazing Promise, the exciting new Bible-story-based adventure from Big Idea, Inc., an Entertainment Rights group company, releases on DVD February 7, 2009. The DVD launches amidst a comprehensive multi-product VeggieTales “Values To Grow By” marketing campaign.
Abe and the Amazing Promise is a Veggie-spun Bible classic that tells the story of Abraham and Sarah and their wait for a promised child. Featuring a lesson in patience, the DVD showcases nationally syndicated radio host “Delilah” as the voice of Sarah. Including a new Silly Song with Larry entitled “Sneeze If You Need To!,” the musical “misadventures” of Blunders in Boo-Boo-Ville and lots of family-friendly bonus features, this highly anticipated title is available for $14.99 SRP in Christian stores Saturday, February 7, 2009 and everywhere Tuesday February 10, 2009. The product will be distributed in the CBA market through Word Distribution and in the general market through Genius Products.
Releasing simultaneously in February with the Abe and the Amazing Promise DVD will be The VeggieTales® Bible from ZonderkidzÔ. This full-text Bible, aimed at children 8-years old and under, will be offered at $24.99 SRP (Jacketed Hardcover) and available in the complete New International Version (NIV,) considered to be the most-read and most-trusted Bible translation. Highlights include 32 full-color pages with a Veggie-retelling of eight favorite Bible stories pictorially, as well as a “Veggie Values” feature where Bob and Larry show kids how to find themes such as forgiveness, trusting in God, being helpful and more. The VeggieTales Bible invites children to experience God’s Word using the backdrop of much-loved VeggieTales characters, who remind them that “God made you special, and He loves you very much!”
“We are honored to bring these inspiring, entertaining and meaningful products to today’s families,” says Greg Fritz, SVP of Marketing and Licensing for Big Idea. “Abe teaches a wonderful lesson in patience, which is a welcome message for kids and parents alike! And we trust that The VeggieTales® Bible from Zonderkidz will be instrumental in getting kids engaged in God’s Word and discovering that they are uniquely made and completely loved.”
“There is so much buzz from consumers and retailers about the new VeggieTales® Bible,” adds Annette Bourland, Zonderkidz Senior Vice President and Publisher. “Zonderkidz is proud to partner with Big Idea on a brand we know kids will love and parents will trust. This dynamic partnership allows us to publish a Bible that will inspire many children and their families.’”
VeggieTales “Values To Grow By” Campaign
As part of the strategic marketing initiatives for the new year, Big Idea will launch their “Values To Grow By” spring campaign beginning with the release of Abe and the Amazing Promise DVD February 7, plus three classic reissues of best selling Bible story-themed titles Rack, Shack and Benny, Josh and the Big Wall and Dave and the Giant Pickle. Each DVD will sport an exciting new look with a fresh cover design and a fun new VeggieTales logo. The catalog titles will be re-priced and re-promoted at $9.99 SRP.
In addition to a strong presence at retail, Big Idea will introduce the VeggieTales “Values To Grow By Companion Guide” with extensive teaching resources for parents and children’s ministry leaders. The resource guide will consist of 12 Bible study sections with activities and lessons based on VeggieTales Bible-story-themed DVDs, including Abe and the Amazing Promise. The resource guide will be introduced at children’s pastor’s conferences and ministry events in early 2009 and available for purchase at bigidea.com and through Christian retailers.
