I enjoyed your post, Raquel --- I just happened to see this movie last year on TCM. It's not something I ever would have planned to watch, but once it came on, for some reason I just couldn't turn it off! My favorite was Elsa Lanchester!
Karen - Elsa Lanchester was delightful in this. And I love the kid stars. They really make the movie enjoyable!
I've never seen this version...and why not! Look at this fabulous cast!
You should watch it! Which other version did you see?
I'm so glad you enjoyed this film! It was one of my favorite childhood books, which I read over and over again, and I thought this was a very good adaptation, although as you said it may be a tad on the short side. I really enjoyed sharing it with my children when they were little (via the VHS version) and am so happy it's now available from Warner Archive.
I have a special memory of seeing this film at the Vagabond Theater in L.A. when I was college age. Margaret O'Brien was there so I brought a still from the film which I had in my collection and she graciously signed it for me.
Sure enjoy your Warner Archive Wednesday reviews! Fun to see your latest picks.
Laura - Thanks for sharing your story. Wow! A signed film still. What a treasure!