Ace of Wands
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Posted By:
Kirk Siddals
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01/06/2007 13:19:18
DVD Details:
Title: Ace of Wands
Release date: 9th July 2007
RRP: £39.99
Format: 4 x DVD
Total Running Time: 500 minutes (approx.) + extras
Screen Ratio 4:3
Ace of Wands (TBC)
Network DVD are delighted to announce the much-anticipated and long-awaited DVD release of cult children’s television programme Ace of Wands. As quintessentially 1970’s as Spangles, the Chopper bike and massive flares, Ace of Wands introduced an entirely new kind of adventure series, which thrilled children and adults alike until 1974 – and is now available to buy on DVD for the very first time from 9th July 2007.
It was the Summer of 1970 - a time when the heroes of children's series were still either puppets or men smoking pipes, the ‘swinging sixties’ had come to a close, the singles charts were at their most progressive, and fashions were ... pretty awful. Against this backdrop, Ace of Wands was first unleashed onto British Television, portraying the adventures of young, handsome magician Tarot (Michael Mackenzie).
This DVD release contains all remaining twenty episodes, (the entirety of series three), complete and uncut, and a wealth of special features. These include:
With quirky storylines from the likes of P.J. Hammond (Sapphire and Steel) and Victor Pemberton (Doctor Who), Ace of Wands was seen as a bold and daring variation of the standard fare for children’s television in it’s day. A multi-layered mystery drama, it depicted not only Tarot’s stage career as a conjuror and escapologist, but also his adventures solving mysteries and crimes as he used his magical powers to fight various evil forces. The theme music, "Tarot" was written and performed by Andy Bown (now with Status Quo).
Episode Listing:
Disc One
The Meddlers
Tarot meets Chas and Mikki and tries to uncover a strange mystery in the street market.
The Power of Atep
Tarot and Mikki both have the same disturbing dreams of ancient Egypt.
Disc Two
Peacock Pie
Tarot and Chas investigate a strange robbery which appears to have no robber!
Mama Doc
The disappearance of one of Mr Sweet's friends leads to a strange dolls' hospital.
Disc Three
Sisters Deadly
Chas loses his memory at a photo shoot of a 100 year old lady's birthday.
The Beautiful People
Tarot investigates a strange town fete and is almost killed in a car crash.
Disc Four
Special features
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