[Brandon Conway]

Details from dvdactive.com

- Destino
- Dr. Syn, Alias the Scarecrow
- Chronological Donald Vol. 4

“Destino,” began in 1946 as a collaboration between Walt Disney and the famed surrealist painter Salvador Dali. A first-hand example of Disney’s interest in avant garde and experimental work in animation, “Destino” was to be awash with Dali’s iconic melting clocks, marching ants and floating eyeballs. However, “Destino” was not completed at that time. In 2003 it was rediscovered by Walt’s nephew, Roy E. Disney, who took on the challenge of bringing the creation of these two great artists to fruition. In addition to the completed “Destino”, this exciting addition to the Walt Disney Treasures line also includes an all-new feature-length documentary that examines the surprising partnership between Dali and Disney plus two new featurettes; “The Disney That Almost Was,” an examination of the studio’s unfinished projects; and “Encounters with Walt,” which addresses the surprisingly diverse group of celebrities and artists who were attracted to Walt Disney’s early work.

“Dr. Syn, Alias the Scarecrow,” which first aired as three separate episodes on Disney’s weekly TV show under the title “The Scarecrow of Romney Marsh,” was edited for theatrical releases in England and the U.S. This DVD set includes all three of the original TV episodes plus the theatrical version of the film that was released in England.

Disney fans will delight in “Chronological Donald, Volume 4,” which includes 31 classic shorts starring Donald Duck. Each of these meticulously animated adventures was created between 1951 and 1961 and has rarely been seen. All of Donald’s CinemaScope shorts will be presented in their original widescreen aspect ratio for the first time on video.

[John Sparks]

I haven't even opened any of the 25 tins I have now. I guess 3 more won't hurt.

Let's hope the CinemaScopes are "ANAMORPHIC!!!"

[Chris S]

Never heard of Destino but it sounds really interesting!

[CraigAllen]

I saw Destino a few years ago, (I think it was with Spirited Away). It's about time it is getting a dvd release. Destino is a fantastic piece of animation.

[Corey3rd]

I'm thrilled they'll be wrapping up the Donald Ducks. Hopefully they'll toss in the solo Chip N Dale features as bonus. and finally Dr. Syn after all the delays. Although Destino is a short. Are they going to pad it to 2 DVDs?

[Douglas R]

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Sparks

I haven't even opened any of the 25 tins I have now. I guess 3 more won't hurt.

That makes me feel better - I thought it was only me! They look good on the shelves though. Looks like this might be the last batch, so at least I won't have to buy any more!

[Steven Wesley]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris S

Never heard of Destino but it sounds really interesting!

Destino was initially slated to be released as part of Walt Disney's Legacy Collection:



But after the 4 True-Life Adventures sets rolled out, Disney sort of pulled the plug on the promised future releases. 2 of those were released last year as part of Treasures Wave 7 (Disneyland Secrets and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit), so the slated Wave 8 release of Destino pretty much completes the promised stuff from the forgotten Legacy series.

[Richard M S]

LOL, add me to the list of having a shelf full of unopened Disney cans.

Destino is wonderful, I believe it was nominated for an Oscar as Best Animated Short (it lost.)

[MattH.]

This news is going to make some friends of mine very happy indeed!