Pride & Joy
Pride & Joy, is an American comedy series that aired on NBC in 1995. The series revolved around a Manhattan couple with a newborn son, Greg and Amy Sherman, and a couple across the hall, Nathan and Carol Green. The series soon folded after one season.
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Plot Summary
This animated short follows the adventures of Sam & Max, freelance police and "crime-busters" who investigate a series of bizarre events. Their investigation leads them to a chaotic and surreal confrontation with various oddball characters.
Critical Reception
As a short animated film, Pride & Joy did not receive wide critical reviews in the traditional sense. However, it is highly regarded among fans of the Sam & Max franchise for its faithful adaptation of the comic's style and humor. It is appreciated for its fast-paced, quirky animation and faithful representation of the characters' anarchic spirit.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its faithful adaptation of the Sam & Max comics.
- Appreciated for its unique and zany animation style.
- Enjoyed for its fast-paced humor and character portrayals.
Google audience: Audience reception is primarily from fans of the Sam & Max franchise, who generally praise the short for its humor and faithfulness to the source material.
Fun Fact
The short was created by Steve Purcell, the original creator of the Sam & Max comic book series, and features voice work from Dan Castellaneta, known for voicing Homer Simpson.
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