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Hamtaro - Hamtaro and the Ham-Hams | 
| Director: Osamu Nabeshima
Actors: Daniella Evangelista, Chiara Zanni, Kelly Sheridan, Jillian Michaels, Pam Hyatt
Studio: Viz Video
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Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 35571
Format: Animated, Color, Dubbed, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), Japanese (Original Language)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Media: VHS Tape
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 75 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
UPC: 782009103639
EAN: 0782009103639
ASIN: B00006JE7M
Theatrical Release Date: 2002
Release Date: October 15, 2002
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Hamtaro is an English-language adaptation of the 2000 series Tottoko Hamtaro (Hamtaro the Hamster). With his outsized round head, huge eyes, big ears, and tiny limbs, Hamtaro is another aggressively cute little character in the tradition of Hello Kitty and Pikachu. In "Hamtaro, Please Come Home," his owner Laura and her parents move into a new house in the suburbs. While they're unpacking, Hamtaro sneaks out to explore and starts making friends with other hamsters: nervous Oxnard, pushy Boss, and pretty Bijou. (The neighborhood is apparently overrun with the little rodents.) The episodes quickly fall into a pattern: Laura socializes with her new classmates--most of whom also have hamsters--while Hamtaro secretly meets his pals, the Ham-Hams, in their underground clubhouse. Hamtaro is a harmless entertainment for preschoolers, although their older siblings may dismiss it as saccharine and sappy. Unrated: suitable for all ages. --Charles Solomon
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| Customer Reviews: Read 14 more reviews...
 Great anime for kids, parents, and open-minded anime fans June 23, 2006
Neil Ford (Sydney, Australia)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought my first Hamtaro DVD as a present for a friend who has a sweet tooth for cute little animals, and then got a copy to satisfy my own curiosity as an anime fan (plus the DVD was on special). I must say I enjoyed what I saw.
First of all, it IS cute, but not absolutely disgustingly cute - it's just a visual style that you quickly get used to.
Second, even though it is technically a "kids' show", it's not exactly mindless. Just as in more "mature" anime, there are story threads that continue through the series, the characters (while being stereotypes) have some complexity in their relationships, and, thanks to the normal human characters and good background art, there is a sense that the show takes place in (a nice part of) the real world, rather than some airy-fairy cartoon utopia.
Third, visually this show is superior to any US children's cartoon show I've seen recently, especially in the directing (angles & edits) and the painted backgrounds. And, finally, while I would have liked the option of Japanese language and subtitles, I think this DVD is that rare thing - a pretty good dub of a Japanese anime.
The great thing about Hamtaro is that, although it's for kids, it's not as "dumbed down" as some shows, which means that adults (parents and, er, *ahem* others) can enjoy it too, and parents don't have to worry about their kids being treated like morons.
The downside: with only three episodes per disc, you only get an hour for your money. Also, due to some quirk with the sound mixing, your ears may suffer from some fatigue after half an hour of Ham-Ham adventuring.
Hamha, Ham fans! September 13, 2003
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Hamha! I think the dvd really rocks. Its not just for pre-school because i'm 11 and i like it loads!!! It has got "Hamtaro"+"The Ham-Ham Clubhouse"+"Calling All Ham-Hams!" on it and is the must have for a ham-lover!
Coolest Thing Ever! i'm a dork October 6, 2002
Victoria Swanson (Chicago, Illinois United States)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Hamtaro is the coolest little hamster. Him and his friends get into alot of mischief. Hamtaro's friends are Oxnard,Boss,Bijou,Pashmina,Dexter,Howdy,Jingle,Elder Ham,Pepper,Auntie Vive,Maxwell,Panda,Penelope,Capper,and Snoozer. Laura has just moved in the neighborhood and meets alot of people such as Kana who is the owner of Oxnard. So the episodes in this DVD are when Hamtaro meets up with with all his friends. All the hamsters make a group called the Ham-Hams. Join Hamtaro and friends while go on crazy adventures. Thats it for now. Bye!
Wonderful and Educational November 6, 2002
Gladys Stambakis (New Yokr, N.Y. United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Great viewing for children and adults alike. For once a great non-violent show where children can learn the value of friendship and how to work together as a team. Highly recommended.
Hamtaro the new best friend January 2, 2003
Heather Decker (IL USA)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
As far as cute videos go, this one is the fastest to capture my two-year-old's heart. She's glued to the antics of the furry little critters, sings along to the happy theme songs, and loves to hug the plushie that came with her video. The video isn't at all violent and concentrates on being friendly and helpful, which is great for little ones. This is great entertainment for little kids, with a focus on working together. Good stuff! However, I myself find it a bit too cheerful, though it still has its entertaining parts. Technically speaking, the sound quality is slightly poor, which is why it only got four stars from me :)
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