Christmas Unwrapped - The History of Christmas (History Channel) (A&E DVD Archives)
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Manufacturer: A&E Home Video
Starring: Harry Smith (IX), Bobby Hyatt, Darren McGavin, Forrest Church, Melinda Dillon
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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
Brand: A&E
EAN: 9780767080538
Format: Color
ISBN: 076708053X
Label: A&E Home Video
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: A&E Home Video
Region Code: 1
Release Date: 2005-04-26
Running Time: 50
Studio: A&E Home Video
Theatrical Release Date: 1997
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Excellent information
Comment: Good to finally get to the truth on some of these holidays. Christmas will never be the same! Excellent video.
Customer Rating:
Summary: The truth about Christmas
Comment: 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.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Judith's Review
Comment: What a wonderful production! There is a history and story to Christmas that you never knew! This makes a wonderful gift for any age.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Mark this DVD for annual viewing
Comment: 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This documentary appeared on The History Channel ten years ago but it isn't outdated.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."
Customer Rating: 
Summary: why isn't it longer?
Comment: 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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Editorial Reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Excellent information
Comment: Good to finally get to the truth on some of these holidays. Christmas will never be the same! Excellent video.
Customer Rating:
Summary: The truth about Christmas
Comment: 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.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Judith's Review
Comment: What a wonderful production! There is a history and story to Christmas that you never knew! This makes a wonderful gift for any age.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Mark this DVD for annual viewing
Comment: 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."
Customer Rating:
Summary: why isn't it longer?
Comment: 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!
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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