Moominvalley, like Tanoshii Mumin Ikka, has from the first episode been succesful in establishing the most essential aspect which is handling difficult themes, in the first episode the emphasis is on growing up and independence. These themes are what establish the emotional depth in different characters as in many characters play different roles in supporting emotional growth. Jansson's touch of melancholy still permeates through the CGI-animated, somewhat coerce textures and occasionally-jaunty animation, all thanks to Mr. Box' well-intended dedication to the source material.
As a hardcore fan of the anime series, the series' first episode pleases me. Certainly the frequency of musical elements feels somewhat alien and being able to relate to the songs is also what made the anime series important, but the energy and unique humor are still in high place and seek homage more from the comics and books than from previous animations.
But the most important thought is that is it benefiting the child audience. I think it will, the first episode had many magical moments that I would've expected from the 1990s anime, many which would most certainly inspire nostalgia the same way the original inspires in me.
Again, pros being a very energetic, mature take on CGI animation series for children, close inspiration from Jansson's works and succesful character- and world-building, cons being in the animation occasionally lacking energy or grip to what is in the scene and the textures. I'm really pleased with the pilot episode and can't wait for the next one.
As a hardcore fan of the anime series, the series' first episode pleases me. Certainly the frequency of musical elements feels somewhat alien and being able to relate to the songs is also what made the anime series important, but the energy and unique humor are still in high place and seek homage more from the comics and books than from previous animations.
But the most important thought is that is it benefiting the child audience. I think it will, the first episode had many magical moments that I would've expected from the 1990s anime, many which would most certainly inspire nostalgia the same way the original inspires in me.
Again, pros being a very energetic, mature take on CGI animation series for children, close inspiration from Jansson's works and succesful character- and world-building, cons being in the animation occasionally lacking energy or grip to what is in the scene and the textures. I'm really pleased with the pilot episode and can't wait for the next one.