Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch represents a significant character from the world of children's toys. Madame Alexander, a well-known doll company, introduced Glinda the Good Witch as part of its Wizard of Oz collection. This particular doll gained popularity and became a beloved playmate for many children. Glinda the Good Witch is a fictional character from L. Frank Baum's famous novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In the book, Glinda is a wise and powerful witch who rules over the southern quadrant of the Land of Oz.
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It's Magic, Charlie Brown is the 21st prime-time animated television special based upon the comic strip Peanuts , by Charles M. Schulz . It originally aired on April 28, 1981. Plot Snoopy takes a book out from the library – on Charlie Brown 's card – and the book is about magic tricks, which inspires Snoopy to hold a magic show, taking the stage name "The Great Houndini", using Marcie and Sally as his assistants. In the show, once Snoopy silences a kid heckling his "Woodstock-out-of-the-hat" trick, he does the "stick-in-the-hole" trick to Franklin , the "amputation-decapitation" trick to Peppermint Patty , cutting Linus ' trademark security blanket into strips (it's unknown how Linus got it back after that), the " levitation " trick to Lucy Van Pelt , and biggest of all, making Charlie Brown literally disappear. Unfortunately, a sudden rainstorm ends the show early, and Charlie Brown is left invisible . Convinced he's going to remain that way for the rest of his life, he prepares to "roam the world as a lost soul", and Sally begins moving her stuff into his room. When Snoopy realizes he can't yet reverse the trick, he tries a couple of different ideas to make Charlie Brown somewhat visible again, including draping a sheet over his head, which scares Sally, and causes Charlie Brown to faint when he sees himself in the mirror. Meanwhile, Linus tells Lucy that Sally told him what happened to Charlie Brown, which Lucy doesn't believe. Back at the Brown's house, Snoopy tries working on reversing the invisible trick, but still has trouble with it even after seeing his supper dish floating in mid-air. While Snoopy searches for a counterspell, Charlie Brown realizes he has a golden opportunity to kick Lucy's infamous football without her usual pulling-away prank. Taking advantage of his invisibility, Charlie Brown finally kicks the ball out of Lucy's hand and taunts her about it. Lucy is at a loss to know what is going on as she can only hear Charlie Brown's voice. But when he tries another attempt, Snoopy casts the counterspell to make him visible again just as he runs toward the football, and this time Lucy does her usual prank, with Charlie Brown again landing flat on his back. Nevertheless, Charlie Brown is happy that he finally kicked the ball at least once, which leads to Lucy saying that nobody will believe him. When Charlie Brown says that Snoopy will believe him, Lucy scoffs at Snoopy's magical abilities. The insulted beagle magically levitates Lucy into the sky, and leaves her stuck there for payback. Snoopy and Charlie Brown happily laugh and dance away to conclude a satisfying day, ignoring Lucy's pleads to let her down. During the credits Linus eventually pulls Lucy down with his blanket. Lucy, despite being free, is furious about what happened. She blames Linus for the mishap, gives up, and stomps away. You can currently find it to watch here: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x4icq0h
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It's Magic, Charlie Brown is the 21st Peanuts special, first aired on April 28, 1981. It was later released as a bonus feature on the remastered deluxe DVD of It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.
Taking Charlie Brown's advice to take some books to read rather than just eating and sleeping, Snoopy heads off to the library with Charlie Brown's library card and borrows a magic book, and after having some fun testing out his newfound abilities (and getting his doghouse destroyed by the angry cat next door), he decides to put on a magic show, labeling himself "The Great Houndini", and performs several magic tricks (most of which do not succeed as expected), but when he turns Charlie Brown invisible and is about to revert him, a rainstorm occurs and ends the show early.
Charlie Brown laments his predicament, believing that he is now a lost soul condemned to roam the Earth, but he soon grows to enjoy his new state when he realizes he can successfully kick Lucy's football without her usual instinct to pull it away. This infuriates Lucy so much that she orders Snoopy to change him back, lest she pound him. Scared about this, Snoopy decides to get to work at Lucy's behest and tries to find something to help him revert Charlie Brown, before eventually perfecting it. Going out into a grassy field where Lucy has set up another place kick, he eventually blasts Charlie Brown with the counterspell, rendering him visible again (though he is too focused on kicking the football to realize). This allows Lucy to successfully pull the ball away, causing the now-visible Charlie Brown to fall flat on his back.
Not humiliated about that failure in the slightest, however, Charlie Brown declares that he finally kicked that football, despite Lucy arguing that he didn't. She then makes the mistake of insulting Snoopy, which offends him so much that he levitates her high into the air (just like what he did to her in the magic show), then dances back home with Charlie Brown. A few moments later, Linus comes by and lassoes Lucy by the leg with his blanket, pulling her back down, and also heads home along with her.
In the book, Glinda is a wise and powerful witch who rules over the southern quadrant of the Land of Oz. She is portrayed as a kind-hearted and benevolent character, using her magical powers for the good of others. The Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch doll beautifully captures the essence of this beloved character.
It's Magic, Charlie Brown contains examples of:
- Brick Joke: Snoopy levitates Lucy in the air during his magic act, and does the same to her once she insults him and his magic abilities .
- Continuity Nod: Near the end of the special, after Charlie Brown is made visible again, Lucy greets him with "Welcome home, Charlie Brown", much like she did at the end of A Boy Named Charlie Brown.
- Creative Closing Credits: Linus brings Lucy back down to the ground with his blanket after the latter has been leviated into the air by Snoopy. She's visibly annoyed about this .
- Credits Gag: The title and the creator's credit appear on clouds caused by Snoopy practicing his magic tricks, while the Lee-Mendelson/Bill Melendez credit appears and falls apart after Snoopy's house gets destroyed by the cat next door.
- Cursed with Awesome: Charlie Brown, while unhappy with his invisibility at first, soon grows to enjoy it when he realizes that he can successfully kick Lucy's football.
- The Dog Bites Back: Charlie Brown, taking advantage of his invisible state, manages to kick the football from Lucy and mocks her about it. He even makes her hold it in place so he can kick it again .
Charlie Brown: What's the matter? Did you lose something? Is this yours?
(Charlie Brown shoves the ball into Lucy's hands, then forces her arm out to hold the football, then kicks it again)
Charlie Brown: (laughs victoriously to the tune of "Ring a Ring o' Roses")
- Snoopy's doghouse is destroyed by the cat next door at the beginning, yet is back in one piece the next time we see it.
- Linus' blanket gets cut up into pieces by Snoopy and somehow is back to normal later on in the special, though it might probably be just a spare blanket.
It's Magic, Charlie Brown
It's Magic, Charlie Brown is the 21st prime-time animated TV special based upon the comic strip Peanuts, by Charles M. Schulz. It originally aired on April 28, 1981.
The doll is typically dressed in a stunning gown adorned with sparkles and intricate detail, reflecting Glinda's glamorous and elegant persona. The doll's face is carefully painted with delicate features, often with a serene and gentle expression that resonates with the character's personality. Playing with Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch allows children to recreate their favorite scenes from The Wizard of Oz or create entirely new adventures. The doll can be a source of imaginative play and storytelling, encouraging children to develop their creativity and storytelling abilities. Moreover, Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch serves as more than just a toy. For many collectors, the doll holds sentimental value and is a treasured piece in their collection. These collectors often appreciate the craftsmanship and attention to detail that Madame Alexander puts into creating each doll, making it a valuable and cherished item. As a character, Glinda the Good Witch is often seen as a symbol of kindness, wisdom, and the power of good. Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch dolls provide children with a tangible representation of these traits, encouraging them to embrace these qualities in their own lives. Overall, Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch is a timeless and beloved character that brings joy to children and collectors alike. Whether as a playmate or a collectible item, this doll serves as a reminder of the enduring magic and enchantment of The Wizard of Oz and the power of goodness..
Reviews for "Madame Alexander's Glinda the Good Witch: A Timeless Classic"
1. John - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with "Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch". The storyline felt dull and lacked any depth. The characters were one-dimensional, and I struggled to connect with any of them. The dialogue was also clunky and unnatural, making it difficult to stay engaged. Overall, I found the film to be boring and forgettable.
2. Sarah - 1 star
"Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch" was a complete waste of time. The acting was atrocious, and it felt like the actors were just going through the motions. The special effects were cheap and poorly executed, making it hard to believe in the magical elements of the story. The plot was predictable and lacked any originality. I would not recommend this film to anyone looking for a quality fantasy experience.
3. Mark - 2 stars
Unfortunately, "Madame Alexander Glinda the Good Witch" fell short of my expectations. The pacing was uneven, with some scenes dragging on while others felt rushed. The cinematography was subpar, and at times it was difficult to see what was happening on screen. The costume design was lackluster, and the sets were unimpressive. Overall, the film failed to capture the magic and charm that it promised.