'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. "The Sound and the Furry" is not quite one of my favourites, with only Wildcat being properly memorable of the supporting characters and there are more thrilling and investable episodes of the show to me.
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, and executes a nice idea imaginatively, even if other episodes have more thrills.
Baloo is a fun and likeable character as always. This is Wildcat's episode though, appropriate seeing as he is essentially its main character and his jolliness, good intentions and likeability are evident to a big degree here.
Voice acting is terrific, Ed Gilbert being a spirited Baloo and Pat Fraley is good value as Wildcat.
Concluding, very enjoyable. 8/10 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. "The Sound and the Furry" is not quite one of my favourites, with only Wildcat being properly memorable of the supporting characters and there are more thrilling and investable episodes of the show to me.
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, and executes a nice idea imaginatively, even if other episodes have more thrills.
Baloo is a fun and likeable character as always. This is Wildcat's episode though, appropriate seeing as he is essentially its main character and his jolliness, good intentions and likeability are evident to a big degree here.
Voice acting is terrific, Ed Gilbert being a spirited Baloo and Pat Fraley is good value as Wildcat.
Concluding, very enjoyable. 8/10 Bethany Cox
