tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post1641298659966754450..comments2023-11-10T00:18:38.053+00:00Comments on A.T.D.I.: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. "A Friend in Deed" REVIEWJames Corckhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16994731268585922124noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-13091430034496981852012-07-18T16:39:04.443+01:002012-07-18T16:39:04.443+01:00I just watched this episode (I have only become a ...I just watched this episode (I have only become a fan recently), and even though Pinkie Pie is probably my 2nd favourite pony (and was my favourite for a while, until I saw Suited for Success), I really disliked this episode. It took all of Pinkie Pie's best qualities, and made them negative. Instead of being her usual caring, bubbly, generous self, she came across as obsessive, selfish, obnoxious and intrusive. This episode reminded me of Homer's Enemy, and not in a good way. The way the episode was written made Pinkie seem like she didn't really care about Cranky as a person, but simply as someone who needs who needed to be forced into her collection. I love Pinkie Pie, but this episode me her really unlikable to me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-3670664198361192732012-03-04T18:25:35.733+00:002012-03-04T18:25:35.733+00:00I don't think I can add something new that oth...I don't think I can add something new that others haven't already said. Seen from Crankys perspective, Pinkie has to be the most annoying thing ever. Ever seen Cable Guy with Jim Carrey?<br /><br />But the song, oh the song, that song was just super terrific.Julien Brightsidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01724803891742036494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-64422778153520619252012-02-25T17:18:52.365+00:002012-02-25T17:18:52.365+00:00"Pinkie has been doubled!!" I really nee..."Pinkie has been doubled!!" I really needed to do that, OMG.schris3https://www.blogger.com/profile/12876130265207244869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-40601111034719830822012-02-23T23:05:49.903+00:002012-02-23T23:05:49.903+00:00Okie dokie, no worries man, no worries. By all mea...Okie dokie, no worries man, no worries. By all means, vent away. That's why I allow everyone to post comments without moderation. I only delete spam, and it's obvious you are not ;D<br /><br />I can still see how one can consider her a nuissance in this episode. She didn't shut up and she didn't stop trying to force her friendship into Cranky. However, these aspects don't seem to be deal breakers for many people. They are not deal breakers for me, so that's why I still enjoy it, even though I asbolutely agree with you in this reasoning.<br /><br />I totally understand why you needed to vent, so no worries man. I just wished this blog to be more popular so your message could reach further to those who didn't enjoy the episode ^_^;James Corckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16994731268585922124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-47421445871289590982012-02-23T22:01:49.136+00:002012-02-23T22:01:49.136+00:00Please don't think for a second that I don'...Please don't think for a second that I don't respect your opinion on this episode. But you do have open comments, and I needed someplace to vent, so I might as well do it halfway articulately and in a place that fits. :) Also, I didn't necessarily mean you by the "Pinkie Pie fanboy", but all the comments I've seen on this episode so far were so positive that I was starting to wonder whether I'd seen a different episode altogether.<br /><br />Yes, Pester Pie. This episode actually went far enough with her annoying side that I feel completely justified in that nickname, and I stand by it. And this is coming from someone who actually liked "Baby Cakes". The kids show argument doesn't really apply here either, because even some members of the target demographic may very well find issue with Pinkie's behaviour (we're supposed to find it at least mildly annoying, going by Twilight and Rainbow's reactions). <br /><br />The final bit of the episode does work a little, even though rule of funny or not, that part with Pinkie at the window somewhat undermined it. It's simply that most everything before it in this episode doesn't fit with the lesson, so it still feels tacked on, or at least rushed.<br /><br />AKR's best writing? Difficult, but I think I'd go with "Bridle Gossip". That episode introduced (or at least fleshed out) two of the most popular side characters, Apple Bloom and Zecora, plus it managed to convey a lesson (to all of the Mane Six, no less) that fit the flow of the story, AND it had some of the funniest moments in the show (okay, granted, seeing Pinkie robbed of the ability to speak, if only temporarily, did contribute to my enjoyment more than it probably should ;) ).<br /><br />Over a Barrel wasn't exactly the best moment of the series, true enough. I also harbour a certain dislike for Feeling Pinkie Keen, but that's not because of Pinkie (weird as that may sound coming from me :) ), but because of the lesson conveyed, which was just complete BS. Sorry, no, there aren't things I just have to accept. But that's just my scientific worldview leaking through, which really shouldn't apply to a kids' show (and the lesson of that episode hopefully wasn't meant that way, it just came across that way to the periphery demographic, or a large part of it).<br /><br />Also, where exactly was I quoting? Just curious, because if I did, it wasn't intentional.<br /><br />In total: Neither of us should sweat it, I guess. But after reading all the overwhelmingly positive comments on this episode, I just felt the need to supply a dissenting viewpoint - which, I might add, happened for the first time when reading one of your reviews, keep up the good work. It's just that I find it far easier to give a reasoned counterpoint than I find it to write a second positive opinion - why bother when the review itself already said it all? And perhaps I just wanted to give a shout out to the other people out there who didn't enjoy this episode too much: You Are Not Alone.Osperonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-31369718404423480772012-02-23T20:04:37.944+00:002012-02-23T20:04:37.944+00:00Hey there! Wow, now that's a comment. I will a...Hey there! Wow, now that's a comment. I will address your concerns in paragraphs, like how you wrote it.<br /><br />I am not a Pinkie Pie fanboy. I actually like her the least of the Mane Six, but I really liked her in this episode. The song did a lot for me, and the fact that her purpose is to just make ponies smile. She's really good at that.<br /><br />I think this is AKR's best writing, because that's my opinion. It has no more weight. What do you think is her best writing in the series? My other favorite episodes of her are "Bridle Gossip", "Fall Weather Friends" and "The Last Round-Up".<br /><br />The lesson is still valid, because after she helped Cranky find Matilda, she left them alone. If she had learned no lesson, she would've been annoying them until the episode ended. She does that for a short time, but that's for "Rule of Funny".<br /><br />I think this worked great as "Lets make Pinkie Pie likable" episode. It made her likable for me.<br /><br />Since you are quoting, let me quote Applecider from the Bronyville podcast: It's just a children's show. Also, Pester Pie? Really?<br /><br />Sum total: It's just opinion. Remember this comes from the guy who loves The Mysterious Mare-do-Well, so what I think doesn't carry too much weight for the Brony comunity. I just like sharing my opinion and I love seeing other people's.<br /><br />Don't sweat it man. I could spend three weeks raging about Over a Barrell, which in my opinion I think is the worst episode of the series.James Corckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16994731268585922124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-31419486844982432602012-02-23T13:12:34.254+00:002012-02-23T13:12:34.254+00:00Okay, I must confess myself astonished. I had no i...Okay, I must confess myself astonished. I had no idea there were this many Pinkie Pie fanboys/-girls out there. Goes to show you that you shouldn't rely on anyone else sharing your and your friends' opinion on anything, much less an MLP episode.<br /><br />I can't exactly say what rubbed me the wrong way about this episode, but something really did. "The best writing by Amy Keating Rogers"? Yeah, no. Sorry. Not even close, even if only because there simply wasn't that much writing to be had between the song and the chase sequence, both of which didn't require writing on Ms. Keating Rogers' part. <br /><br />This episode felt drawn out (that was the third chase sequence of this kind, find something new to do, people), Pinkie was at her most annoying in large parts of it (not all, I'll admit) and (worst of all) that girl has to be the biggest Karma Houdini ever, to the point where getting off scot free for what she does might be her real special talent. The lesson she pretended to have learned does not mash up with her behaviour in this episode in the slightest - the message that came across to me was more along the lines of "if someone doesn't want to be your friend, just pester them until they give in". <br /><br />This doesn't sit right with me, and I do hope we get an episode someday where Pinkie gets what's been coming to her from day one, must admit to her mistakes, and her friends have to help her out (I think she's the only one among the Mane Six who does not have an episode of that type yet). The song was good, but even that had a strange feeling to it - do we really need an I Am Song from a member of the Mane Six at this point in the series, especially one that doesn't really tie in to the episode's plot and could be excised from it without actually affecting it? Great as the song was, it was no "Winter Wrap Up" or "Art of the Dress".<br /><br />I loved Cranky as a character, and I must admit I admire his self-control. In his place, I'd probably have done some really nasty things to Pester Pie. And though you could see the ending coming a mile away, it was still cute. But oh, that Pinkie. Dearie, when someone tells you they just want to be left alone, try respecting their wishes next time, okay? I hope that the lesson wins out in the end; I don't want to see her acting this rudely ever again. This crossed the line from "adult child" into "Sheldon Cooper wouldn't do stuff like that". (Big Bang Theory for the win! ;) )<br /><br />Sum total: This is a candidate for the worst episode of the season for me. It felt redundant, it got massively annoying at times, and the lesson at the end just felt tacked on.<br /><br />Sheesh. I never thought I'd live to see the day I tear this massively into an MLP episode. Goes to show that Pinkie is like cinnamon - works fine as a condiment, not so well as the only ingredient.<br /><br />-OsperoOsperonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-27443683811419043502012-02-22T21:01:23.951+00:002012-02-22T21:01:23.951+00:00I find it hard to lose touch with MLP, I'm too...I find it hard to lose touch with MLP, I'm too deep into it. It has become my reality, it's my limbo (Inception refference).<br /><br />I am really happy that you enjoy my reviews man and that you hold them in such high regards. Thank you a lot!!! :DJames Corckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16994731268585922124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-59439162035975322622012-02-22T21:00:13.348+00:002012-02-22T21:00:13.348+00:00Oh don't be jealous, really. It's not so m...Oh don't be jealous, really. It's not so much willpower as it is having a lot to do and not enough time to check everything. I could've checked the song, but I had Fallout: Equestria to read.<br /><br />I am tempted to ask Amy Keating Rogers about that possible refference.<br /><br />She did get close to come accross like that for me, but in the end she is trying too hard. You can't blame her for trying. She's doing the same thing she did when Twilight came to town for the first time. Also, notice how happy she got when Cranky accepted her friendship. That's a meaningful friendship. Last time that happened, she helped vanquishing a milenary evil.James Corckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16994731268585922124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-55914968481961823322012-02-22T20:54:41.526+00:002012-02-22T20:54:41.526+00:00Smile is the best song of the entire series, and I...Smile is the best song of the entire series, and I don't throw that title lightly. The previous owner of that position was "Art of the Dress", that's how much I loved "Smile, smile, smile!".James Corckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16994731268585922124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-13695595300266595502012-02-22T05:52:39.551+00:002012-02-22T05:52:39.551+00:00I admit that I've lost touch with MLP since De...I admit that I've lost touch with MLP since December. I haven't actually watched a new episode since... hell, Cutie Pox or Sisterhooves. I certainly didn't totally cut myself off from the fandom (I'm following this blog :D ) but I just scaled wayyyyyy back on all things pony. Reading your reviews has been the next best thing to watching the eps, and for this one I might just break down and watch it 'cause of all the wonderful things it seems to have and that'll spark a great big catch-up marathon and wooooosh I'll be full-on 100% brony again. I'm rambling; I just wanted to thank you for putting these reviews together. They're appreciated!Nopehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00602638265410713198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-71119474233304796432012-02-19T20:18:11.191+00:002012-02-19T20:18:11.191+00:00In sort a way I am Jealous of you, James. As I don...In sort a way I am Jealous of you, James. As I don't possess so much willpower, I heard the leaked Smile song the minute I knew about it, and being a Pinkie song, I wouldn't even dreamed on resisting. When I watched it in the episode, the choreography was almost as I imagined myself, it was perfect, and I was overblown when I watched the Mane Six joining at the parade lifting Pinkie on their shoulders. I almost cried. <br />Now about the episode, it was pretty good, and you are completely right about the UP reference; I could visualize Carl Fredricksen very sharply in Cranky and is great.<br />The only things that ruined this episode a little bit was Pinkie's attempts of befriending Cranky; she looked like a simple, obnoxious child (SpongeBob), and i was thinking: "Come on Pinkie, you are better than him". Yes, although I'm a Spongebob fan; but Pinkie being Pinkie, I expect better from the best. But at end she made herself up when she uses her super photographic memory to brought herself the long lost love who casually lives in Ponyville. It was so funny and sweet, but Pinkie just can't leave something just funny and sweet, as she brought epicness by exploding twice with a "Sonic Pinkie Rocket" of happiness. It was so awesome.schris3https://www.blogger.com/profile/12876130265207244869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1106648781852702786.post-79900409231675851692012-02-19T18:56:39.212+00:002012-02-19T18:56:39.212+00:00Excellent review, I see that several parts of the ...Excellent review, I see that several parts of the episode that I enjoyed made it in for you as well. Smile was an excellent song indeed, and I catch my foot tapping along every time I hear it.<br /><br />Ive written my own recap for this episode, and it can be found at http://chimicherrychonga.blogspot.comIce Dragonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07750136441756246074noreply@blogger.com