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Sinbad Sets Sail on DVD

SINBAD: LEGEND OF THE SEVEN SEAS (DreamWorks Home Entertainment, $19.95), DreamWorks' last traditionally animated feature for the foreseeable future, bows on DVD Nov. 18, 2003. In keeping with DreamWorks' tradition of offering innovative DVD programming, the loaded SINBAD disc features "Cyclops Island," an all-new interactive animated program that enables viewers to use their remote controls to select one of their favorite characters from the film - Sinbad (Brad Pitt), Marina (Catherine Zeta-Jones) or Eris (Michelle Pfeiffer) -- and follow them on a different path within an action-packed story. The new six-minute program was made exclusively for the SINBAD DVD release by the same feature filmmakers and animators, and also includes the movie's voice talent. Further extending the entertainment experience, the DVD also includes a treasure trove of creative activities, printables and DVD-ROM and set-top games based on "Cyclops Island," as well as an exclusive demo of Atari's SINBAD: LEGEND OF THE SEVEN SEAS game, filmmakers' commentary and more.

DWK: This Way To PlayBy clicking on the Spike icon located on the Main Menu page, kids are directed to a specially created digital environment designed just for them. DWK: This Way To Play was first launched on the SHREK DVD and has since become a destination location for kids on DreamWorks' family DVDs. Spike playfully joins along as kids navigate throughout the DWK: This Way To Play area.

Making of SINBAD: LEGEND OF THE SEVEN SEAS:A behind the scenes look at the making of this fun-filled adventure

Filmmakers' CommentaryDirectors Patrick Gilmore and Tim Johnson, producer Mireille Soria, plus members of the filmmaking team regale viewers with their insights into how this animated action adventure was brought to life.

Cyclops IslandThis exclusive interactive animated DVD feature allows viewers to use their remote controls to help navigate one of their favorite characters through different paths and follow along as they battle a pack of angry Cyclops on a volcanic island.

The Voice of SpikeIt took eight dogs and a whole lot of bowls of water to create the sounds of Spike; but it was Harvey the bulldog who took the lead as the voice over dog. This featurette not only shows how Harvey provided the voice of the beloved slobbering sidekick, but how the animators captured his playful mannerisms to bring Spike to life.

Character BiosKids can read up on a "fictional" history of each SINBAD character, including Sinbad, Marina, Spike and Eris.

Games and ActivitiesThe DVD includes a variety of SINBAD-themed printables, downloadables and creative activities that enable kids to continue the adventure:

Set Top Games:_ Save the 12 Cities_ Sinbad's Sailing Challenge_ Explore the 3D Chimera

DVD-ROM Games:_ Exclusive SINBAD: LEGEND OF THE SEVEN SEAS PC Game Demo_ Marina Sails the Dragon's Teeth_ Escape The Granite Gates_ Reach The Realm of Chaos_ Spike Saves the Day

Printable Activities:_ Mazes_ Masks_ Calendar_ Coloring Pages_ Mobile_ A board game and printables based on "Cyclops Island"

_ Favorite ScenesKids can select their favorite action-packed scenes featuring:_ Sinbad_ Marina_ Spike_ Gross out moments_ Monsters

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Bill Desowitz, former editor of VFXWorld, is currently the Crafts Editor of IndieWire.