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Universal Story [VHS]
$12.99
The Universal Story is one about a studio that wasn't always in the forefront of the public's mind but which consistently released memorable films. In fact, the studio's heyday seemed to flourish after the star system ended and when Steven Spielberg was put under contract.

The story begins with Carl Lammlae creating IMP studios and acquiring Mary Pickford to star. In 1915, the studio became Universal Studios and produced many silent films that visitors could see being made. When sound came, the studio tours ceased, but several interesting films were made including some early musicals and the projects of Lammlae Jr. like All Quiet on the Western Front. As time went on, it seemed that Universal struggled to find major stars, although they let many noteworthy faces of the golden age of Hollywood slip through their gates. Some did well, including baby faced Deanna Durbin. The 1960s created some epic films like Spartacus and ushered in a new era of film making. Films like American Graffiti and Jaws set a new standard. They made way for stylized films like ET and Jurassic Park.

Richard Dreyfuss is the host, but the program is littered with voice-overs from stars ranging from Pickford to Sigourney Weaver to Spielberg. It is entertaining, but too short to get into any major details about any era or film.

Universal Animal Pak Sports Nutrition Supplement (Pack of 44)
$41.95
I have tried a dozen different multi's and Animal Pak is the one. I only take one pak a day. Sure it's alot of pills, but it does the job. I would recommend it to anyone that wants to take care of their body.

Toro 51500 Universal Leaf Collector with 8-Foot Hose
$39.99
I purchased this product hoping it would ease the process of cleaning the yard each fall. I own the Toro elecrtric blower to which this attaches. I usually blow the fallen leaves into a big pile around a large tree and then transfer them into large waste receptacles for transport to the green waste recycling center. The leaf collector attachment does indeed chop the leaves well and thereby reduces the volume of debris, but the vacuum process is so very slow. The bag attaches well to your own receptacle. I instead use a large salad tongs like tool to do this and the process is so much more efficient, but I have to deal with greater volumes of debris for transport. I have only used this product once as my other method is so much more efficient. I would say that this product is effective for occasional use or regular use with smaller amounts of leaf debris; for a major cleanup, patience is definitely a virtue.

Abbott and Costello: The Complete Universal Pictures Collection
$119.98
This set is great from the trunk like box the dvds come in that are designed with various posters from the films within. The box was easily torn when you open it or it was like that, I'm not one to deduct points for this or bad mouth the company. The movies all look perfect with crystal clear picture and sound. A must own for true comedy lovers with eighteen of the funniest movies you'll ever see. I use to hate Abbott and Costello when I was younger because Lou ripped off Curly so much in there television program. Now, it's all water under the bridge. This is a must own set of one of the most popular duo's of all time and very affordable.