The Pokemon story series has always had its weaknesses. Basically, in every segment, Ash is taunted by his 'cool' but evil rivals that finally culminate in the ultimate Pokemon battle from which Ash emerges as the victor while his rivals are vexed. In between there are several sub-battles and a lot of wandering around for less than clear reasons. It does, I suppose, mimic the maze in the game.
I confess to my ignorance on the latest; Pokemon Black and White. I know that as far as the game and the spinoffs go, Pokemon Black and White is the latest thing and it is immensely popular. Just go to the Pokemon Store to see for yourself: the shelves are stocked with Pokemon Black and White Plush Dolls, Pokemon figures, Pokedolls, and other toys, stuffed or plastic. Pokemon Black and White is doing well in the Pokemon card game as well, and the new cards are apparently 'the' ones to have.
But I don't know if any new storylines via comic books or animation have come out yet. I have heard talk that two new movies are indeed being made right now by the way, but have no details other than that. One would hope that whoever draws up contracts for the rights of the Pokemon story, will start producing something more substantial than the fare we've been getting. Any movie aimed at young audiences that is worth its salt should be entertaining to grownups too. That is how The Lion King and Finding Nemo to name a few grew to be smash hits.
Unfortunately, everything entertainment wise is locked up in the Nintendo headquarters in Tokyo. Now, what I am about to say is no reflection on the Japanese film industry. Only, as far as children's stories go, Japan has shown itself to be a champion and perhaps has produced the world's greatest animation. But it only has a few blockbusters under its belt, made strictly under the direct supervision of master storytellers and animators. As we all know, Pokemon has never fell under this category in terms of animation. Its storylines have been, well, awful, and its animation quality mediocre.
Which is unfortunate because with some first rate story telling, top of the line voice acting, and masterpiece animation (drawn or digital), I really think that the video series of Pokemon could become blockbusters and really bolster Nintendo's sales of both the game and the spinoffs. My suggestion is that if the Japanese masters don't want to handle it, let Hollywood. Hollywood doesn't even necessarily need good storylines to make a blockbuster- special effects hold their own in Hollywood. Anyway, it's been an ongoing complaint of mine with Pokemon- mostly because my son makes me sit through and watch them with him.
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