dalidja's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
krismoon's review
3.0
The art in Jim Henson's The Storyteller is simply fantastic. Every single tale is beautifully articulated artistically and vibrant in color.
There are some glaring holes in some of the tales that can't be overlooked. While all of the art was beautiful, the writing in some of the stories needed a lot of plumping. There were some points where the story jumped from one panel to the next without explanation, which made the story disjointed and full of plot holes.
I felt like the second half of the tales were much better told than the first half. My favorite was Puss in Boots by Marjorie M. Liu and Jennifer L. Meyer.
There are some glaring holes in some of the tales that can't be overlooked. While all of the art was beautiful, the writing in some of the stories needed a lot of plumping. There were some points where the story jumped from one panel to the next without explanation, which made the story disjointed and full of plot holes.
I felt like the second half of the tales were much better told than the first half. My favorite was Puss in Boots by Marjorie M. Liu and Jennifer L. Meyer.
saraann_sals's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
1.5
a_chickletz's review
3.0
As a fan of The Storyteller, I have to admit... I was rather let down by this book. Sure the art was gorgeous, sure stories were nice. But when you get to the real treat, the lost screenplay, you just sit there and ask 'why bother with all the others?'
The Storyteller is a very interesting character. The way he is written is that you're supposed to listen to his stories but at the same time, gain insight on who he is as a person. Why does he choose the stories he tells? The Storyteller allows the stories to reflect on his character. None of the other stories did that? They were very watered down, very simple, and very ... bland?
When you get to the lost screenplay, you can almost hear John Hurt reciting it as if he was in the studio recording it. It's foreign to your ears, but you're intrigued because you want to hear more. That's why the televised versions were good - they were told in a way that was so unlike what one has heard before that you can't help but listen. Also, the words and the dialogue chosen for the 'Storyteller' to say fit his character. Adapted or not, this is the true Storyteller.
I have to hand it to the authors and the artists, they created some lovely pieces of work, but it honestly looks foolish alongside the 'The Witch Baby'. Maybe if I wasn't so spoiled with the tv show, and maybe if there was nothing called 'The Storyteller' would I enjoy the other pieces of work...
The Storyteller is a very interesting character. The way he is written is that you're supposed to listen to his stories but at the same time, gain insight on who he is as a person. Why does he choose the stories he tells? The Storyteller allows the stories to reflect on his character. None of the other stories did that? They were very watered down, very simple, and very ... bland?
When you get to the lost screenplay, you can almost hear John Hurt reciting it as if he was in the studio recording it. It's foreign to your ears, but you're intrigued because you want to hear more. That's why the televised versions were good - they were told in a way that was so unlike what one has heard before that you can't help but listen. Also, the words and the dialogue chosen for the 'Storyteller' to say fit his character. Adapted or not, this is the true Storyteller.
I have to hand it to the authors and the artists, they created some lovely pieces of work, but it honestly looks foolish alongside the 'The Witch Baby'. Maybe if I wasn't so spoiled with the tv show, and maybe if there was nothing called 'The Storyteller' would I enjoy the other pieces of work...
manbrarian's review
3.0
While I love 'The Storyteller' tv series, I have mixed feelings about the book. The art was generally really nice, and I liked the idea of each story being illustrated by a different artist, but I found the actually stories themselves to be a bit average. It doesn't catch the magic of the series, which had it's amazing puppets and darker tone.
Great for kids (who are the obviously the target audience), but I personally found it unmemorable.
Great for kids (who are the obviously the target audience), but I personally found it unmemorable.
destiel74's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I've been getting back into watching Jim Henson's Storyteller. It was pretty fun and I wished it had more season. The comic satisfy these wishes. Although the stories are a little more light than what was on the show, it still pretty fun. I especially enjoyed their take on Puss in Boots where the cat and the princess' suitor are one and the same as well as the Frog who became Emperor. I also I guess the storyteller has served two kings and entertained two princes in his past.
slipperbunny's review
4.0
The art in these stories was pretty amazing and even thoug I didn't enjoy all the stories that much I still appreciated the artwork. But I did like most of the stories too.
olso4646's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
robyotter's review
5.0
I really like almost all of the artists, and for the most part the writers do a good job of capturing the Storyteller's voice.
If you grew up watching the Jim Henson Hour, this is definitely a good purchase.
If you grew up watching the Jim Henson Hour, this is definitely a good purchase.