How The Rhino Got His Skin & How The Camel Got His Hump
How The Rhino Got His Skin & How The Camel Got His Hump DVD VIDEO Jack Nicholson
Movie
DVD
Rabbit Ears
2005
DVD
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HOW THE RHINO GOT HIS SKIN & HOW THE CAMEL GOT HIS HUMP
Before Jack Nicholson utters word one of his unflappable, ultracool narration to How the Rhino Got His Skin & How the Camel Got His Hump, what's clear is that quality audio lies ahead. The two fables comprising this 30-minute video storybook are authored by Rudyard Kipling, and leading up to them over the opening credits are the unmistakable chirps and melodic murmurs of Bobby McFerrin, who keeps up his wordless, joyful rants throughout both tales, making the world feel smaller and the stories--not your average fluffy, feel-good kids' fare--seem less dour.
In the first, a hapless Parsee man somewhere on the Red Sea suffers the injustice of having his just-baked cake gobbled up by an ill-mannered rhino. To retaliate, he spreads itch-inducing crumbs and currants on the "piggy-eyed" beast's skin while he's bathing (this being Kipling's imagination, animals sometimes shed their skins to cool off), thus causing him to rub savagely against a tree for relief. The relentless rubbing leads to the formerly smooth-skinned rhino's wrinkling, which, the tone of this story suggests, serves him right. In the second tale, a camel gets his just desserts: It's the beginning of time, and everyone in the desert is hard at work getting the world in order. Everyone, that is, except the inexcusably idle camel, who sits lethargically chewing milkweed. His standard answer to those who implore him to move it (an ox, a dog, and a horse) is "HUMPH!"--an unsatisfactory response that spurs the "head man in charge of the desert" to deform him with the protuberances that all of camelkind sports today.
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Before Jack Nicholson utters word one of his unflappable, ultracool narration to How the Rhino Got His Skin & How the Camel Got His Hump, what's clear is that quality audio lies ahead. The two fables comprising this 30-minute video storybook are authored by Rudyard Kipling, and leading up to them over the opening credits are the unmistakable chirps and melodic murmurs of Bobby McFerrin, who keeps up his wordless, joyful rants throughout both tales, making the world feel smaller and the stories--not your average fluffy, feel-good kids' fare--seem less dour.
In the first, a hapless Parsee man somewhere on the Red Sea suffers the injustice of having his just-baked cake gobbled up by an ill-mannered rhino. To retaliate, he spreads itch-inducing crumbs and currants on the "piggy-eyed" beast's skin while he's bathing (this being Kipling's imagination, animals sometimes shed their skins to cool off), thus causing him to rub savagely against a tree for relief. The relentless rubbing leads to the formerly smooth-skinned rhino's wrinkling, which, the tone of this story suggests, serves him right. In the second tale, a camel gets his just desserts: It's the beginning of time, and everyone in the desert is hard at work getting the world in order. Everyone, that is, except the inexcusably idle camel, who sits lethargically chewing milkweed. His standard answer to those who implore him to move it (an ox, a dog, and a horse) is "HUMPH!"--an unsatisfactory response that spurs the "head man in charge of the desert" to deform him with the protuberances that all of camelkind sports today.
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
