Die Nachtigall
- Episode aired Dec 14, 2010
- TV-Y
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Nigel Greaves
- Yoyo
- (English version)
- (voice)
Nigel Pegram
- Doc Croc
- (English version)
- (voice)
Storyline
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The Nightingale
Whether old or new, have made no secret of loving animation. Disney, Looney Tunes and Tom and Jerry were the earliest examples watched regularly at an early age. With a broader knowledge of animation styles, directors, studios and how it was all done actually love it even more now.
Don't just hold animation in very high regard. Always have loved the classic stories of the Grimm Brothers and fairy tales in . Their tales are beautifully written, full of soul, imagination and joy and enchanting in their own way, if quite dark in some stories and at times gruesome, and with many memorable characters that are iconic in literature. Their fame, importance and the timeless appeal of their stories are more than justified and would see any adaptation of their work, animation or live-action, and there have been numerous times where their work has lent well to animation.
This overlooked German animated series 'Simsala Grimm' (although there are more episodes with other authors, with an expansion of the Simsala universe) fits the bill of introducing one to these stories well. Even those familiar with the stories are likely to find the series and how it approaches and tells the stories featured interesting. It was great to see the famous tales and also the not so familiar and not often adapted ones. In its own right, 'Simsala Grimm' is quite well done, not one of my favourites but it's an interesting approach to the various stories and a great way to introduce newcomers to them, which will give them the want to read the stories.
While not quite perfect, 'The Nightingale', a very slight story that lends itself well to a short film or a short-length episode, is for me among the best 'Simsala Grimm' episodes. Perfect for younger audiences and with more than enough to satisfy the older crowd.
Not much wrong, but it could have gotten going earlier just by a little and one can argue about whether Doc Croc and Yoyo are always necessary to the story.
Doc Croc and Yoyo are very entertaining and likeable characters and their roles in telling the story and playing roles in them, namely being helpful or being voices of reason, are done cleverly. Will admit though that they are more useful in the first half. Personally didn't find their scenes wasted time or felt like filler, with them contributing to the story more than once. Doc Croc is resourceful and Yoyo is amusing and cute.
'The Nightingale's' characters are interesting in personality and the titular character has an especially notable charm. The voice acting fit the characters well, being emotive and fitting the characters' personalities without any hamminess, passiveness or blandness.
More so than not, the story is engaging, ideally paced and entertaining and relaxing to watch, with emotional impact and cuteness. All the crucial scenes are done well and although the story is a slight one it's never dull. There is plenty for youngsters, without being juvenile or dumbed down, while also enough for adults feeling nostalgic and traditionalists. The writing does not fall into the traps of being too complicated or simplistic, and is entertaining and charming.
As with the series overall, it is quite nice visually. Not always imaginative, but generally colourful, nicely detailed, fluidly drawn and it is hard to not love the charming traditional approach. The music fits well and is dynamic with an inspiring main theme. The intro has a nostalgic charm and love the storybook once upon a time approach.
Summarising, very nicely done. 8/10 Bethany Cox
Don't just hold animation in very high regard. Always have loved the classic stories of the Grimm Brothers and fairy tales in . Their tales are beautifully written, full of soul, imagination and joy and enchanting in their own way, if quite dark in some stories and at times gruesome, and with many memorable characters that are iconic in literature. Their fame, importance and the timeless appeal of their stories are more than justified and would see any adaptation of their work, animation or live-action, and there have been numerous times where their work has lent well to animation.
This overlooked German animated series 'Simsala Grimm' (although there are more episodes with other authors, with an expansion of the Simsala universe) fits the bill of introducing one to these stories well. Even those familiar with the stories are likely to find the series and how it approaches and tells the stories featured interesting. It was great to see the famous tales and also the not so familiar and not often adapted ones. In its own right, 'Simsala Grimm' is quite well done, not one of my favourites but it's an interesting approach to the various stories and a great way to introduce newcomers to them, which will give them the want to read the stories.
While not quite perfect, 'The Nightingale', a very slight story that lends itself well to a short film or a short-length episode, is for me among the best 'Simsala Grimm' episodes. Perfect for younger audiences and with more than enough to satisfy the older crowd.
Not much wrong, but it could have gotten going earlier just by a little and one can argue about whether Doc Croc and Yoyo are always necessary to the story.
Doc Croc and Yoyo are very entertaining and likeable characters and their roles in telling the story and playing roles in them, namely being helpful or being voices of reason, are done cleverly. Will admit though that they are more useful in the first half. Personally didn't find their scenes wasted time or felt like filler, with them contributing to the story more than once. Doc Croc is resourceful and Yoyo is amusing and cute.
'The Nightingale's' characters are interesting in personality and the titular character has an especially notable charm. The voice acting fit the characters well, being emotive and fitting the characters' personalities without any hamminess, passiveness or blandness.
More so than not, the story is engaging, ideally paced and entertaining and relaxing to watch, with emotional impact and cuteness. All the crucial scenes are done well and although the story is a slight one it's never dull. There is plenty for youngsters, without being juvenile or dumbed down, while also enough for adults feeling nostalgic and traditionalists. The writing does not fall into the traps of being too complicated or simplistic, and is entertaining and charming.
As with the series overall, it is quite nice visually. Not always imaginative, but generally colourful, nicely detailed, fluidly drawn and it is hard to not love the charming traditional approach. The music fits well and is dynamic with an inspiring main theme. The intro has a nostalgic charm and love the storybook once upon a time approach.
Summarising, very nicely done. 8/10 Bethany Cox
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