Animated. Based on the books by Ian Falconer. Emily Gray, Michael Van Citters, Joyce Beverley, Danny Katiana, Yvonne Craig, Susan Balboni, Jeremy Herzig, Brianna McCracken, Dayton Malone ... [et. al.] Originally produced in 2008 for the television program Olivia. Special features: Olivia photo gallery [slide show]; Previews (6 min.).
Contents:
Olivia is invited to dinner / written by Eryk Casemiro and Kate Boutilier ; directed by Darragh O'Connell Olivia and Grandma's visit / written by Eryk Casemiro and Kate Boutilier ; directed by Darragh O'Connell (2008) (22 min.). Olivia plays the piano / written by Patricia Resnick ; Olivia trains her cat / written by Joe Purdy ; directed by Darragh O'Connell (2008) (22 min.) -- Olivia and the crystal ball / written by Jill Gorey and Barbara Herndon ; Olivia plays soccer / written by Patricia Resnick ; directed by Darragh O'Connell (2008) (22 min.) -- Olivia packs up / written by Patricia Resnick ; Olivia is invited to dinner / written by Eryk Casemiro and Kate Boutilier ; directed by Darragh O'Connell (2008) (22 min.).
Summary:
The star of Ian Falconer's beautifully illustrated books, children know and love Olivia, an adventurous, 'can-do' 6-and-3/4-year-old pig. Olivia has an active imagination, a keen sense of humor, and a spunky, confident personality. In these programs Olivia's world, her family and friends are brought to vibrant life. Olivia encourages creativity, explores the endless possibilities for any great idea, and is always wondering "What if?"
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