Monday, August 19, 2013

Donkey Kong Country DVD Review

 ***Complimentary product received in exchange for an honest review***




Donkey Kong Country will be available for the first time on DVD on August 20, 2013. The cartoon series, based on the popular video game, comes to life in stunning CGI animation and features Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong and more.

Plot synopsis: When King K. Rool's last attack fails, he comes up with a new strategy to steal the Crystal Coconut by cloning Candy Kong with an evil robot. While trimming Donkey Kong's hair, Candy Clone puts a hex on him that removes all of his strength, which now leaves the Crystal Coconut without a protector. With time running out, Cranky must come up with an antidote and get it to Donkey Kong before King K. Rool and his army succeeds in their next attack.




Runtime: 90 minutes

Genre: Family, Animated

Cast: Andrew Sabiston (Arthur, Toot & Puddle), Richard Yearwood

Languages: English & Spanish

Availability: Walmart, Target and other major retailers for $9.99 on August 20, 2013








 My Thoughts

When I was a kid, I remember standing in the arcade, playing Donkey Kong. I admit video games were never my greatest talent, so I got hit with more than one barrel. Twenty years later, Donkey Kong is still a household name and he's come a long way from his barrel throwing days. He's really not such a bad guy, which you'll find out for yourself in his movie debut, King Kong Country.

Computer animation springs to life in this brand new DVD release. Donkey Kong and his little buddy Diddy Kong team up to stop King R. Rool and his band of Kremlins from reeking havoc, but it won't be easy. After a routine haircut, Donkey Kong loses his strength. To make matters worse, an evil robot clone is out to get him and the precious Crystal Coconut. The pair must overcome their fears to defeat the bad guys and along the way, they learn that true strength has little to do with muscle.

My children absolutely adored this movie. It was so fun for them to see one of their favorite characters coming to life on the screen. The graphics are amazing and the story line has a good moral. Kids of all ages, and even parents who remember this lovable character, will enjoy watching the movie together. Donkey Kong Country is a fast paced adventure and a great choice for family movie night. Its swinging into stores nationwide on 8/20, so be sure to head to Walmart or Target and grab yourself a copy.


***Please note that I am a paid ambassador for Phase 4 Films which includes this review. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

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