The Disney Company has rediscovered the magic of the live action
musical in "Geppetto." In simple terms, this depicts the tale
of "Pinocchio" from the eyes of his "father" Geppetto.

Starting with his "son's" creation, Geppetto quickly learns that
children are not perfect; what he fails to understand is that such
imperfections may be derived from the parent. Subsequently, when
Pinocchio runs away with the evil gold-loving Stromboli and then to
Pleasure Island, Geppetto requires lessons in parenthood and of the
heart and inner soul. In hilarious fashion, the Blue Fairy assists
Geppetto on his journey to eventually find both understanding and
Pinocchio.

Seth Adkins is the penultimate Pinocchio, reminiscent of the 1940s
animated version. His extensive makeup leads one to believe that this
talented boy is genuinely made of wood. Seth won a Youngstar Best
Actor 2000 Award for his role.

The rest of the cast play their roles with abundant energy and warm-
hearted feeling that transmits beyond the screen and directly
into the hearts and minds of the audience. "Satisfaction Guaranteed"
sung by Rene Auberjonois and a chorus of golden-voiced youngsters
adds exuberant, vibrant energy to an active and complex choreographed
sequence; the townspeople and their "perfect" children create a
visual delight with their routine.

Finally, the live action musical extravaganza has come back to the
screen, albeit a smaller screen than for major musicals of the past.