I had completely forgotten about this cartoon somehow, let alone that it was included as part of one of the seasons (fourth) of Eek! Stravaganza. But earlier this year, I just so happened to come across it again after doing an web search for something else. It was only then that the memories suddenly came flooding back. At the time, when I first watched it, I had no idea it was supposed to be one of those rehashes of some, certain, other shows, in this case, any of the Scooby Doo franchise, but that's what I've seen mentioned. Somehow, I just couldn't see it and missed that at the time. It's amazing just how much of an impact and influence that show had on some, certain other shows outside of the studio, Hanna-Barbera, rehashing it's own material. Not only that, but how just about everyone wanted and had to ride on it.
On to this segment series itself. Klutter revolves around a formerly inanimate pile of clothes that becomes a living, clothes pile-monster one day, thanks to Ryan Heap (whose and his family's surname is a reference to a clothes heap, get it?) inadvertently transferring some static electricity to it when he was really trying to shock his brother, Wade. Their little sister, Sandee, also finds out about Klutter, as do their friends and neighbors Vanna Erving and Kopp. Klutter becomes their pet, who exhibits dog-like behavior. They have adventures together while also finding solutions to mysteries following the tradition of the Scooby formula. However, the Heap siblings' parents, John and Andrea, are unaware of the attire pile being sentient and he's kept a clandestineness from them.
Despite what I could probably best describe as one of those formulaic gimmicks, I still like this anyway. In fact, maybe even over Eek the Cat. Even though it may not had been one of the more, original series and may had been average, but I find it alright for what it is regardless. It's one of those things that are good rather than great. What I can say concerning the technicalities of this production is that the writing is fine, that gave it enough humorous moments to keep it going strong. The art work, animation, and character designs aren't too bad. The colors are well-balanced, the backgrounds and layouts are fine as well. Although I'm familiar with, at least, some of the voice actors in this cast, they sound like they did well in their roles. The music is composed and played well-enough.
This was haplessly (and perhaps inevitably) short-lived, running for only eight episodes. Part of it having to do with it being associated with Eek the Cat and being a different series from that, and it didn't seem to fit in well with Eek, and another segment series, The Terrible Thunderlizards. That's what hurt its chances of having a better shot. It may had been one of those things that needed time to grow and improve. I think Klutter might had done better and lasted longer had it not been featured with the others, and aired as it's own, separate show (plus, it would've consisted of two segments of each episode instead of just one). Having read about some info behind the show, a fun fact is one of the characters, Kopp, is actually based on Eek's creator, Bill Kopp, who may had been considered to be involved in the creation of this at one point, but couldn't due to his being busy and committed to or with other projects. I wonder what he would had done as part of the crew behind this and could've or would've made it even better. With Ryan being an aspiring investigative reporter like his dad, it would've been interesting to see if the Heap kids' dad and mom would've ever learned about Klutter eventually. That would've finally given Mr. Heap the break he needed. In spite of the Scooby thing placed on it, I recommend it anyway nonetheless. It may not be the most perfect because of that, but I still find it plenty enjoyable. Also, correction to the air date: This actually premiered in 1995.
On to this segment series itself. Klutter revolves around a formerly inanimate pile of clothes that becomes a living, clothes pile-monster one day, thanks to Ryan Heap (whose and his family's surname is a reference to a clothes heap, get it?) inadvertently transferring some static electricity to it when he was really trying to shock his brother, Wade. Their little sister, Sandee, also finds out about Klutter, as do their friends and neighbors Vanna Erving and Kopp. Klutter becomes their pet, who exhibits dog-like behavior. They have adventures together while also finding solutions to mysteries following the tradition of the Scooby formula. However, the Heap siblings' parents, John and Andrea, are unaware of the attire pile being sentient and he's kept a clandestineness from them.
Despite what I could probably best describe as one of those formulaic gimmicks, I still like this anyway. In fact, maybe even over Eek the Cat. Even though it may not had been one of the more, original series and may had been average, but I find it alright for what it is regardless. It's one of those things that are good rather than great. What I can say concerning the technicalities of this production is that the writing is fine, that gave it enough humorous moments to keep it going strong. The art work, animation, and character designs aren't too bad. The colors are well-balanced, the backgrounds and layouts are fine as well. Although I'm familiar with, at least, some of the voice actors in this cast, they sound like they did well in their roles. The music is composed and played well-enough.
This was haplessly (and perhaps inevitably) short-lived, running for only eight episodes. Part of it having to do with it being associated with Eek the Cat and being a different series from that, and it didn't seem to fit in well with Eek, and another segment series, The Terrible Thunderlizards. That's what hurt its chances of having a better shot. It may had been one of those things that needed time to grow and improve. I think Klutter might had done better and lasted longer had it not been featured with the others, and aired as it's own, separate show (plus, it would've consisted of two segments of each episode instead of just one). Having read about some info behind the show, a fun fact is one of the characters, Kopp, is actually based on Eek's creator, Bill Kopp, who may had been considered to be involved in the creation of this at one point, but couldn't due to his being busy and committed to or with other projects. I wonder what he would had done as part of the crew behind this and could've or would've made it even better. With Ryan being an aspiring investigative reporter like his dad, it would've been interesting to see if the Heap kids' dad and mom would've ever learned about Klutter eventually. That would've finally given Mr. Heap the break he needed. In spite of the Scooby thing placed on it, I recommend it anyway nonetheless. It may not be the most perfect because of that, but I still find it plenty enjoyable. Also, correction to the air date: This actually premiered in 1995.
