dvd On the mountains with Annette

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 01

The small one Annette he lives with his parents in the quiet village of Rossiniere in the Swiss Alps. The little girl's days pass serene between school, activities connected with cattle breeding, games with peers and the strong friendship that binds her to sweet Lucien. Unfortunately, An-nette's mother, in her second pregnancy, is unable to survive the birth, and leaves the responsibility of the newborn Dany to her daughter. In these first episodes the character of the young woman and of the people around her is thus outlined. But above all, an evocative description of daily life in the Alps takes shape at the beginning of the twentieth century, where it is precisely the environment that forges the personality of those who live there. Contains the episodes of the series n. 1 - 6. The boys of the Alps; The sled race; A little brother on the way; New responsibilities; An important guest; Grazing. ...

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 02

Patricia St. John, author of the novel Tesori tra la neve (1950) from which this animated series is based, has faithfully reproduced the life of a charming village in the Swiss Alps at the beginning of the twentieth century, and has conceived characters that are now considered classics in children's literature. In Rossini re, just like elsewhere, diversity produces barriers that are difficult to overcome. And while nature beats time with regularity, the temperament of human beings creates fractures capable of altering even the balance of the youngest. The years pass quickly, Annette nourishes every day the strong affection towards her little brother who, lively and curious, sometimes ends up getting into trouble. But was it really Santa Claus who brought little Dany that precious gift? Contains the episodes of the series n. 7 - 12: We make cheese; Autumn festival; The arrival of the train; An adventurous journey; The Christmas present; It happened in the forest ...

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 03

Human beings, by nature, tend to attribute an emotional value to objects as well. But such a feeling can call into question the friendship that binds Annette and Lucien? It is certain that, once they have entered into conflict, the two young people seem to no longer be able to clarify each other, and the misunderstandings continue incessantly. A dramatic and unpredictable event will intervene to upset their existence, altering the balances that were already unstable. And while Aunt Claude receives divine inspiration, Lucien will find refuge and consolation in his beloved forest, where he will make a strange encounter. Little Dany certainly does not have an easy life, while Annette abandons herself more and more from her anger ... It contains the episodes of the series n. 13 - 18: A heart problem; A terrible event; At the bottom of the precipice; Dany in the hospital; The old man of the forest; Dany's crutches ....

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 04

The relationship between Lucien and the mysterious old man of the forest is strengthened day by day, also because of the secret confessions that the two have exchanged. And while in the village the rumors are running fast and the concern for the fate of the family spreads Annette, the honest Pierre finds himself forced to lie on a matter of vital importance, and to deprive himself of what is very dear to him. Lucien's effort does not seem to be rewarded this time, but luckily for him, little Dany faces life differently than his sister Annette. In any case, the events follow one another rapidly, and it can be said that the village of Rossini re actively participates in determining the events, taking sides now from one side to the other. Contains the episodes of the series n. 19 - 24: An unexpected diagnosis; The Ark of No ; The weight of sin; A missing treasure; A painful lie; Annette's tears

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 05

Summer is a moment of carefree for the children of Rossini re, despite the hardships they will have to face to help their parents. Annette and her companions find themselves playing on the high mountain pastures, but the conflict between the young woman and Lucien still embitters the spirits. Meanwhile, it seems that the teacher Nicholas is in grave danger. In any case, everyone is very excited about the school show at the beginning of the year, and certainly there is no lack of commitment. Annette and Lucien are also preparing, both willing to participate with their jobs and win. But bad luck continues to rage on little Dany, and Annette loses control of herself. The `` old man of the forest '' instructs his pupil and tries to placate his spirit, but the young man hides a terrible secret. Contains the episodes of the series n. 25 - 30 ...

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 06

The village of Rossini re is in turmoil due to the sudden disappearance of Lucien, who seems to have left no trace of himself. Mrs Morel is desperate, Pierre and Marie spend the whole night in search of the young man, who in the meantime is experiencing a situation that is anything but simple. Annette, tried by guilt, decides to confess her secret to her adored aunt Claude. School children discover that reality is not destined to remain immutable, and that separations are still painful, although they leave memories that no one can ever change. This year Christmas Eve will not pass calmly for Dany, who will not be able to give herself peace for the escape of little Klaus, who has ended up who knows where in the middle of a very strong snow storm. Contains the episodes of the series n. 31 - 36 ...

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 07

The friendship between Annette and Lucien, severely tested by the events that have taken place in recent times, is slowly regaining strength. Meanwhile, little Dany leaves all the villagers speechless, including the village mayor. The tranquility of the Rossini re community, however, will be greatly undermined by the dangerous initiative of one of its members, who will decide to put his own life at risk to pursue a company that has something impossible. And while Pierre bravely faces the storm, a glimmer of hope finally seems to light up, albeit still remote. Apparently the old man of the forest, lonely and mysterious as ever, is the only one able to do anything to help Annette's family. Contains the episodes of the series n. 37 - 42 ...

On the mountains with Annette. Vol. 08