"Pickles the Frog" review: A moving film that depicts the colors of emotion

"Pickles the Frog: The Colors of Feeling": 5 minutes of healing that paints the colors of your heart

"Pickles the Frog: The Colors of Feelings," which aired on BS12 from October 4 to December 27, 2020, is a TV anime series based on the characters of Nakajima Corporation. With 12 episodes and a short time of just 5 minutes per episode, this work depicts the colors of the heart and provided viewers with deep emotion and healing. The series is directed by Yukinobu Asai, produced by Sunny Garpen, and written by the Anime Pickles the Frog Production Committee and Nakajima Corporation.

Story and Characters

"Pickles the Frog: The Colors of Feelings" is a story about a frog named Pickles. Pickles spends his days peacefully, but experiences a variety of emotions as he interacts with the people and nature around him. Each story is made up of a standalone episode, depicting emotions such as joy, sadness, anger, and surprise through Pickles' interactions with the people and animals he meets.

Pickles is a kind and inquisitive frog, a character that viewers can easily relate to. His friends Mint the rabbit and Choco the sparrow bird also appear as important characters, and they go on various adventures with Pickles. These characters are loved by a wide range of people, from children to adults.

Animation and Music

The animation of this work is simple yet warm. The backgrounds and character movements have a warm, hand-drawn feel, giving the viewer a sense of security. The colors also express the beauty of nature, providing a comfortable visual experience.

The music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the show. The background music is mainly composed of piano and acoustic guitar, and the memorable melodies gently envelop the emotions of Pickles and the others. In particular, the ending theme for each episode, "Kimochi no Iro," is a beautiful song that resonates deeply in the hearts of viewers.

Theme and Message

The theme of "Pickles the Frog: The Colors of Feeling" is the diversity and importance of emotions. The way Pickles experiences a variety of emotions and grows by overcoming them resonates with viewers. The film also contains a heartwarming message about the importance of nature and friendship.

Particularly memorable episodes include episode 5, "A Rainy Day Story." In this story, Pickles learns the importance of kindness and helping each other by helping a small insect he encounters on a rainy day. Also, episode 9, "Under the Stars," features a touching scene where Pickles looks up at the stars with his friends, showing the depth of friendship.

Viewer reactions and ratings

This show has been loved by many viewers since it was first broadcast. In particular, children have often commented, "I love Pickles!", while adults have praised it for being "soothing to the soul." On social media, there are also comments such as, "I looked forward to it every week," and "Watching Pickles cheers me up," and the show has gained support from a wide range of generations.

Many viewers also empathized with the film's theme of the diversity of emotions, with comments such as "It gave me the opportunity to face my own emotions" and "Watching Pickles made me want to cherish my own emotions," proving that the film resonated deeply with viewers.

Recommendations and related works

"Pickles the Frog: The Color of Feelings" is a work recommended for anyone who seeks emotional healing. In particular, I would recommend it to anyone who wants to find a little peace of mind in their busy daily lives. In addition, the story and characters are child-friendly, making it perfect for family fun.

A related work is "Pickles the Frog: Seeds of Dreams," which is also based on the characters of Nakajima Corporation. This work is also a heartwarming story about Pickles chasing his dreams, and by watching it together with "Colors of Feelings," you can enjoy the world of Pickles and his friends even more.

In addition, other works that deal with the theme of emotional diversity include "From Up on Poppy Hill" and "Spirited Away." These works are also masterpieces that depict the richness and growth of emotions, and you can enjoy themes that are common to "Pickles the Frog."

summary

"Pickles the Frog: The Colors of Feeling" is a wonderful work that offers 5 minutes of healing that paints the colors of the heart. The gentle story of Pickles and his friends deeply moves and heals the viewer, teaching us the diversity and importance of emotions. Please try to feel the richness of your heart through this work.