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Against the backdrop of 1893's troubles with workers' rights, prejudice, discrimination and corruption, the World's Columbian Exposition casts a brief ray of hope for the future of humanity. Narrated by Gene Wilder, EXPO - Magic of the White City explores the world of 1893 through a cinematic visit to Chicago's Columbian Exposition. Many of the world's greatest achievements in art, architecture, science, technology and culture are unveiled there. The grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, famous for his design of New York City's Central Park, and constructed under the supervision of Daniel Burnham. The Fair was an engineering marvel. On opening day, President Grover Cleveland depressed a golden telegraph key which sent the first courses of electricity throughout the Fair powering fountains, machines, electric railways and thousands of lights. It was the first use of electricity on such a massive scale. In addition, fairgoers enjoy the Midway Plaisance where a one-mile boulevard of fun offers camel riding and guilty pleasures such as belly dancing, street fighting and beer drinking. Nearly 28 million visit the "White City," which inspires future innovators like Henry Ford, Walt Disney and Frank Lloyd Wright, and debuts the Ferris Wheel and Cracker Jack®. Filmed in High-Definition, EXPO - Magic of the White City immerses viewers in one of the world’s biggest extravaganzas and one of the most unforgettable events in American history. There will never be another event like it...or will there? DVD includes Feature Length Commentary Track, Featurettes, Deleted Scenes, and Trailers for other Inecom Releases
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"A dazzling trip back to another time." - Bill Diehl, ABC Radio Network
"A notable release." - The Washington Post
"Historically Significant." - The New York Times
"Director Mark Bussler is really good at what he does and Gene Wilder's narration made me feel as if I was there. Everyone should have this DVD." - Rick Kogan, WGN Radio 720 (2005 Illinois Broadcasters Association (IBA) Station of the Year)
"A solid introduction to what was a spectacular international celebration. Recommended." - F. Swietek, Video Librarian
"One of the year's finest DVD premiere documentaries, this one is a must-watch." - Jamie Clark, Video Business
"A high-quality production that features an authoritative script, superb use of archival photographs, contemporary artwork, illustrations, a warm musical score using music of the period and exceedingly smooth photo-animation." - Andrew Melomet, Home Media Retailing
"With an engrossing narrative, EXPO-Magic of the White City achieves something remarkable - it takes viewers to a place of wonderment that, for all of our modern advances, we cannot return to." - Brent Simon, Now Playing Magazine
"It seems ironic it took 112 years to meld one of the world's biggest events in history into a comprehensive visual record. The Fair is captured perfectly [on EXPO - Magic of the White City]. After watching the DVD, this reviewer will search out [Director Mark Bussler's] other works." - Joanne Zerkel, The Star (Chicago)
"EXPO - Magic of the White City does the impossible. A tasty slice of American history with a high definition transfer that is absolutely aces." - Mark Keizer, Boxoffice Magazine
"The photographs are riveting and Gene Wilder’s narration is a triumph. Excellent DVD presentation." - Mike Sutton, DVD Times
"The standout of this release is Gene Wilder's voice...the high quality reproduction will keep you engaged in the story."
- Widescreen Review
"Stirs excitement such as the exposition must have caused. Gene Wilder narrates with enthusiasm." - Ross Anthony, Ross Anthony’s Hollywood Report Card
"Gene Wilder's narration is superb -- buoyant and knowing, hitting the tone of astonishment you will feel as you watch the movie, wishing for a time machine to take you back to turn-of-the-century Chicago, a ticket for the Ferris Wheel in hand." - Marc Mickelson, HomeTheaterSound.com
"I thoroughly enjoyed this extremely interesting DVD. It's a trivia buff's dream come true." - Bruce Von Stiers, BVS Reviews
"Gene Wilder is an excellent narrator, and the well-written script explains not only the Expo itself, but its place in the broader time and place of the 1890s." - John Sunier, Audiophile Audition
"Watching EXPO - Magic of the White City is exhilarating - the photos, the music, the narration can make you feel as if you were in the middle of the Fair instead of at home, in front of a TV set." - Virginia Soto, Your Guide to Chicago, About.com
"The picture quality of this thorough documentary is superb, and the sound effects and music immerse you in the experience of the Fair." - Review on imdb.com
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