A heartfelt Walt Disney story of a poor 1860s Texas family and the wonderful dog who befriends them. At first, young Travis wants nothing to do with the stray. But Old Yeller quickly proves himself a loyal friend and the two become inseparable pals, sharing joyous experiences and learning valuable lessons.
Disney classic set in Texas, circa 1869. Old Yeller -- a stray dog -- is brought home by one of the younger members of a backwoods family. The valiant canine later rescues his savior's brother from danger, but the dog becomes rabid in the process. The unhappy family does not wish to keep a rabid dog, and they soon realize that there is only one way to deal with the situation...
Tommy Kirk's screen debut.
DVD Features:
Region 1
Keep Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.75
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound THX-Certified Including THX Optimode
Additional Release Material:
Interviews: CONVERSATIONS WITH TOMMY KIRK
Shorts: Original Theatrical Animated Short "BONE TROUBLE"
Audio Commentary: Tommy Kirk - Actor/Fess Parker - Actor/Bob Weatherwax - Actor/Kevin Corcoran - Actor
Featurette:
1. OLD YELLER: REMEMBERING A CLASSIC
2. DOGS!
3. LOST TREASURES - RANCH OF THE GOLDEN OAK
Text/Photo Galleries:
1957 Disney Studio Album
Production Archives
Distributor Notes: Old Yeller
No film better captures the powerful emotions of hope, courage, and friendship than this treasured and much beloved classic, OLD YELLER. The quintessential tale of a boy's love for his dog has touched the hearts of millions, its enduring legacy growing with each new generation and it's "still one of the best!" (Leonard Maltin) Set amidst the landscape of 1860s Texas, a young boy named Travis (Tommy Kirk) wants nothing to do with the lop-eared stray. But Old Yeller quickly proves himself a loyal friend, protecting the family and saving Travis' life. Soon they become inseparable pals, sharing joyous experiences and learning valuable lessons about growing up.
Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.
Cinematographer
Charles P. Boyle: Cinematographer
Production Designer
Carroll Clark: Art Director
Music Director
Clifford Vaughan: Composer
Review 1:
"...Hard to resist..."
Source: Total Film
p.132 12/01/2003
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