Has anyone ever used the Berlitz "Italian Premier" CD-ROM language program?

Question

Berlitz has been around for decades, but I can find only one lame online review of this CD-ROM program.

Here's the link to the set on Amazon -- complete with that ineffective and unhelpful review:

http://www.amazon.com/Berlitz-Italian-Premier-Win-Mac/dp/B000GCD6JE/ref=pd_bbs_sr_7?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1218789174&sr=8-7

Do you know anyone who has used these Berlitz programs? If so, how effective are they?

Answer 1

I have used Berlitz, but for Japanese.

It is quite effective. My only criticism is that Berlitz uses annoying American accents, and me being Australian, didn't like this all too much.

I learnt a lot through Berlitz Japanese, but I'm not sure about Berlitz Italian.

Answer 2

My mother in law took the Berlitz Spanish course.  She didnt benefit much from it.  

Answer 3

Just listen to the old "DeFranco Family" music...

It's the "Italian Version" of Donnie & Marie...

Answer 4

I have no idea about the program but, if you ever have any Q's or confusion I've been living in Italy for the past 8 years if you ever need any help :)