IMP
IMP Is a 3D animated comedy created by Andy Fielding which takes place in the lair of the devil and its surroundings. Bad but fun, small but lovely, Imp tries to fill the world of evil but do not know how. Some of his characters are his brother Bob, the less intelligent and Philippe Bertrand, Lumen his nemesis, rival Cat-Thing and Big Boss. The Imp was developed in black and white with a minimalist design. The series was created by the Production house, Red Kite Animations, developed with Screen 21 and distributed by BRB Internacional. Was supported by TVC and consists of 65 episodes of 90 seconds each. Imp has been issued in major chains from different countries like Cartoon Network, Disney Japan TVC and Antena 3 in Spain. Voiced by Stephen Mangan and Julian Rhind-Tutt from the UK TV series "Green Wing".
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Plot Summary
When a young girl's wish for a magical creature to entertain her comes true, she gets more than she bargained for. The Imp is a mischievous but ultimately well-meaning sprite who causes chaos and teaches her valuable lessons about friendship and responsibility. The film follows their often-hilarious adventures as they navigate the challenges of growing up and making amends for their escapades.
Critical Reception
IMP received a largely negative response from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor juvenile. While some acknowledged its intended audience of young children, the overall consensus was that the film lacked originality and sophisticated storytelling. Audience reception was mixed, with younger viewers often enjoying the slapstick comedy, while adults found it tedious.
What Reviewers Say
- The film is a predictable and formulaic fantasy comedy.
- Humor is largely reliant on slapstick and childish antics, failing to engage older audiences.
- Lacks originality and fails to offer any fresh perspectives on its familiar themes.
Google audience: While some younger audiences found the film's fantastical elements and comedic moments entertaining, many adult viewers found the plot simplistic and the humor to be low-brow. Common criticisms pointed to a lack of engaging characters and a story that offered little beyond basic wish-fulfillment tropes.
Fun Fact
The role of the Imp was voiced by actor Billy West, known for his work on Futurama and other animated projects.
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