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Enchanted April DVD Giveaway

April 27, 2009 by GreatDad Writers 65 Comments

Burbank, California, February 20, 2009 – Two proper Englishwomen find romance, hope and renewal in the Italian countryside when Enchanted April makes its highly anticipated DVD debut on May 5, 2009 from Miramax Films. Enchanted April’s breathtaking scenery and charming story make it the perfect movie for anyone who has ever dreamed of an unhurried sojourn in Italy. The DVD includes audio commentary by the director and producer.  
 
Josie Lawrence (Eastenders) and Miranda Richardson (Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire) head a stellar ensemble that also includes Joan Plowright (The Spiderwick Chronicles), Polly Walker (Cane), Alfred Molina (Spiderman 2) and Oscar-winner Jim Broadbent (Best Supporting Actor, Iris, 2001). Gorgeous visuals and top-notch acting, directing and writing made Enchanted April an international hit and earned the film three 1992 Oscar nominations including Best Adapted Screenplay for screenwriter Peter Barnes, Best Supporting Actress for Plowright and Best Costume Design for Sheena Napier. In addition, the film received two Golden Globes, one for Richardson (Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical) and one for Plowright (Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role) and was nominated for Best Motion Picture, Comedy or Musical. 
 
In a temporary escape from their drab lives and inattentive husbands, Lottie Wilkins (Josie Lawrence) and Rose Arbuthnot (Miranda Richardson) rent a magnificent villa on the Italian Riviera. To be able to afford a month of this luxury, they must share expenses with two unlikely companions – Mrs. Fisher (Joan Plowright), a crusty widow living in the past and Caroline Dester (Polly Walker), a charming, but bored aristocrat. The mismatched housemates find that the spectacular villa and lush Italian setting hold a special magic that soon sparks friendships and reminds the women of ways to live and love that have long eluded
them. Gorgeously photographed and superbly acted, Enchanted April is like taking a little mini-trip to a sunny Italian paradise.

All-New Bonus Feature
• Feature Commentary with director Mike Newell and producer Ann Scott

The Castle In Wisteria

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the contest, simply tell us which is the best low-cost vacation idea and why. Send in your answers using the comment
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Contest Update: The contest is closed. See the winner’s page.
 

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  1. Trisha says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    what a great movie!

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  2. Lily says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The best low-cost vacation idea is to go camping in a park or beach because you get to enjoy nature while saving money.

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  3. Heather says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Best low cost vacation ideas: research those bed and breakfasts around your area. Sometimes they aren’t as expensive as those big hotels…and they are a lot friendlier!

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  4. Beverly says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    We have a zoo, not to far from here, and the children have always loved going there and spending the day. We like to camp out overnight, too. Thanks for having the contest!

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  5. Kimberly says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Camping in the backyard!

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  6. bob says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I love this movie and would love to own my personal DVD copy.

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  7. Crystal says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I heard great things about this movie and would love to see it! thank you for this giveaway 🙂

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  8. Erma says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I would love the chance to win, thanks.

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  9. Lisa says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The best idea I have is to shop online for vacation deals I have gotten 150 rooms for 75 doing this

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  10. Jay says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I like looking for vacation guidebooks at the local library. Great research tools, not necessarily tied to advertising like web sites tend to be.

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  11. Ann says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Traveling with another family and splitting the costs of lodging helps tremendously!

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  12. Marie says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Traveling with the in-laws has made our vacations a lot less expensive — they always want to help out and buy things for their grandkids 🙂

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  13. Angela says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The best low cost vacation idea is to travel during the off season and during the week instead of the weekend!

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  14. Gabriel says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Short road trip .

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  15. Shelly says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Stay in an unfamiliar part of town and visit new sites and restaurants

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  16. Ed says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Staying with relatives! Hah! No, seriously, it is fun!

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  17. Darlene says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    day trips close to home

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  18. Barbara says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    How about this idea….visit family in the area….take turns…have fun….play games…checkers……remember those?

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  19. Janice says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The best low cost vacation for my family is a beach vacation. We live in Miami so we don’t have to travel very far. We can stay at a time share for about 500 a week and cook our own meals. A weeklong vacation can be as little as $700 for a family of 5.

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  20. Robert says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The cheapest vacation for our family is visiting family that lives out of state. We make the drive and stop at a few scenic routes and stay at our relatives home. No hotel cost.

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  21. Marc says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The best, low cost vactation idea is to stay home and explore the opportunities and sites near your house. It will be enjoyable and, of course, its will save hotel costs, gasoline, wear and tear on car and tires, expensive food bills, etc. It doesn’t have to be absolute. For example, you can stay at a bed and breakfast or inn near your house. It will be fun and enjoyable while still saving on all the other aspects of a vacation away from home.

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  22. Geoff says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I have to echo the sentiments of many others and say that the best low-cost vacations usually combine road trips and camping. Luckily almost every state features amazing state park facilities for families, and you don’t have to own an RV to enjoy them, and for the especially adventurous, national parks like Yosemite or Yellowstone (where I’m going with my family) are surprisingly affordable and worthwhile. For my money’s worth, time spent together bonding in the car and at the campground trumps any expensive luxury trip!

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  23. Joe says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    no question …. shoreline fishing at Mullet Key 5 miles from my home…. people fly 1000’s of miles for the same privelege

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  24. Sheila says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Day trips to the beach, we camp out alot, its fun and very cheap! Thanks!!

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  25. mike says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    we like to go to the ocean and stay at a campsite it is really cheap 🙂

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  26. Buddy says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Hike the Applachian Trail.

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  27. Sabine says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I love day trips to the mountains and staying at a midprice hotel

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  28. Shannon says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    staying home or day trips

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  29. Marilyn says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    My best low cost vacation idea is taking a ride to a park and having a picnic. I love parks that have lakes. Feeding the birds that are swimming in the lake is fun.

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  30. sandy says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    make day trips to local forest..camping areas also camp out in the back yard- kids love it and you can save alot and have a ton of fun

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  31. Rita says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Check out your city’s website… you may discover places to visit or tour that you never even thought about. Often times large manufacturers have factory tours and sometimes free samples (depending on what they make). It can be both educational & fun!

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  32. Amber says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I think the best low-cost vacation idea is a Staycation where you stay in the local area but volunteer somewhere – maybe a forest preserve or national park if you like being outdoors and the weather is nice. The kids would have so much fun too!

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  33. Ann says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I’d like to win this DVD. Please enter me in your giveaway

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  34. jill says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    The best low cost vacation idea is the staycation..stay home and support your local economy..explore your hometown.

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  35. Margaret says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Our best low cost vacation idea is day trips. We’ll plan a few for during the summer of places that are close to home. We’ll visit the park, beach, amusement park and make them day trips. Our kids really love the park the best, plus we’ll bring lunch and have a picnic.

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  36. Andrew says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    camping, little cost, great family bonding time.

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  37. christopher says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    day a short trip by car

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  38. Erica says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    go to a local museum on a weekday…it’s usually pretty cheap during the week and the kids get to learn a thing or two!

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  39. Don says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    If you have the gear..then camping is a great and easy way to entertain the kiddos.

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  40. Randall says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Going camping! This creates a bond by spending time and very little money. I remember camping and fishing with my dad and it’s all good thoughts.

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  41. Meredith says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Great giveaway!

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  42. Carol says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    We’re older with 15 grandkids and a pool,so vacation is kids staying over with swimming and cooking out.

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  43. Denyse says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Vacation near your home. Saving on airfare is a life saver and you can explore the fun in your own areas.

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  44. david says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    a my wife kind of movie

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  45. evelyn says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    enter me

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  46. beth says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Thank you for a great giveaway! We like to take walks on the nature paths in town. We pack a lunch and its a great time for all and free. Thank you!
    tatertot374@sbcglobal.net

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  47. Angela says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Pick something local and if it’s overnight, try going mid week.

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  48. Janet says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Rent a movie, go to the park and take lunch, see if the library has free shows.

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  49. Deborah says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I like the idea of visiting the local attractions where you live.

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  50. Mike says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    i want to win

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  51. CHARLES says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    thanks

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  52. Monique says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Would love to win. Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill@comcast.net

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  53. Gary says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Wooo Hooo Make me a winner!

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  54. James says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    wow

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  55. dianne says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Camping. It’s the most fun and the cheapest.

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  56. Becca says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I like the idea of a “staycation”. You can either stay home and relax or take a day trip to a local place. Low cost but fun 🙂

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  57. Ken says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I have to travel to a completely different area and climate to even feel that I’m vacationing. The low cost alternative is to rest at home. Please accept my entry. Thank you.

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  58. Jim says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Camp out at home.

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  59. Leann says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Tent camping in a national park.

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  60. Michelle says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Usually in the winter, we head to the next town over and rent a room at a hotel with an indoor pool. We pack a ton of snacks and order a pizza and rent one of the in-room movies. It’s a cheap mini-vacation for us.

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  61. Sherri says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Our low cost vacations involve road trips to visit distant friends and/or relatives. We try to squeeze in one or two nights in an inexpensive hotel each way, but most of our trips include free accommodations. We also spend months before signing up for newsletters and e-mail clubs for restaurants in the areas we plan to visit so we can eat as inexpensively as possible also.

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  62. Aisling says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    We live near St. Louis with a free zoo, wildlife sanctuary, and fantastic Botanical Garden. The sta-cation is a great alternative to travel (and a huge money-saver).

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  63. Daniel says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    We live near the water and a state park, so picknick on the river is what we do!

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  64. Leslie says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    Terrific

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  65. Aletha says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    We take day trips to local attractions including picnics at parks, zoos, and lakes. Thanks for the giveaway.

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