'Talespin' has always been a show dear to my heart. One of those favourites from a young age that holds up really well, and is even more entertaining through adult eyes from appreciating the writing and stories even more.
Have been on a roll reviewing individual episodes for certain shows, animated, non-animated and of as many genres as possible (many as part of certain quests), and decided to do it with 'Talespin' and some others. Something that, as expected and hoped, has proven to be a more than worthwhile project and experience. "War of the Weirds" is nearly one of my favourite episodes of 'Talespin', if not quite with it benefitting from having less characters.
The animation is very colourful and atmospheric as always. The music matches what is going on perfectly and it is impossible to forget or resist the theme song, one of the catchiest for anything Disney and ever.
Writing is witty, very funny without being too silly and thought-probing without being complicated. Things don't get too childish and it is all easy to follow. The story is hugely compelling and lively in pace without being rushed.
Baloo is very likeable as a character that one roots for. Rebecca is ambitious but there is enough charm to stop that from going overboard. The supporting characters entertain though not all of them seemed necessary.
Can't fault the voice acting either, Ed Gilbert and Sally Struthers never put a foot wrong on 'Talespin' and "War of the Weirds" is no different. Michael Bell and John Stephenson do good jobs.
In summary, great. 9/10 Bethany Cox
Have been on a roll reviewing individual episodes for certain shows, animated, non-animated and of as many genres as possible (many as part of certain quests), and decided to do it with 'Talespin' and some others. Something that, as expected and hoped, has proven to be a more than worthwhile project and experience. "War of the Weirds" is nearly one of my favourite episodes of 'Talespin', if not quite with it benefitting from having less characters.
The animation is very colourful and atmospheric as always. The music matches what is going on perfectly and it is impossible to forget or resist the theme song, one of the catchiest for anything Disney and ever.
Writing is witty, very funny without being too silly and thought-probing without being complicated. Things don't get too childish and it is all easy to follow. The story is hugely compelling and lively in pace without being rushed.
Baloo is very likeable as a character that one roots for. Rebecca is ambitious but there is enough charm to stop that from going overboard. The supporting characters entertain though not all of them seemed necessary.
Can't fault the voice acting either, Ed Gilbert and Sally Struthers never put a foot wrong on 'Talespin' and "War of the Weirds" is no different. Michael Bell and John Stephenson do good jobs.
In summary, great. 9/10 Bethany Cox
