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The 1996/1997 VHS release was designed to bring a high-quality cinematic experience to standard 4:3 televisions:
The 1996 VHS of The Hunchback of Notre Dame isn't just a format; it's a memory of a time when Disney was taking massive risks, when animation was at its absolute peak, and when watching a movie was an event.
The VHS format invited interaction. You had to rewind (or be a monster who leaves the tape at the end). You had to adjust the tracking if the picture rolled. It required effort, which made the emotional payoff of Quasimodo being accepted by the crowd at the end feel earned. You had worked for that moment, too.
: Typical of the era, the tape includes trailers for upcoming Disney projects, including early teasers for Hercules and Aladdin and the King of Thieves . A Mature Masterpiece in a "G" Rated Case