{"id":746,"date":"2016-12-02T14:18:27","date_gmt":"2016-12-02T21:18:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2016\/12\/02\/wonderful-story-lines-and-exciting-characters-all-set-in-medieval-times\/"},"modified":"2016-12-02T14:54:25","modified_gmt":"2016-12-02T21:54:25","slug":"wonderful-story-lines-and-exciting-characters-all-set-in-medieval-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2016\/wonderful-story-lines-and-exciting-characters-all-set-in-medieval-times\/","title":{"rendered":"Super 4: Wonderful Story Lines And Exciting Characters, All Set In Medieval Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a onfocus=\"this.blur()\" onclick=\"ps_imagemanager_popup(this.href,'Super4.Kingsland.jpg','498','681');return false\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/Super4.Kingsland.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Super4.Kingsland.jpg\" title=\"Super4.Kingsland.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs\/th-Super4.Kingsland.jpg?resize=146%2C200\" height=\"200\" width=\"146\" vspace=\"5\" hspace=\"5\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>Embark on a series of adventures with the Super 4 as they travel throughout Kingsland, a world of chivalry, dragons, quests, tournaments and castles! KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Morgan B. comments, \u201cThis is set in medieval times, a period I always take joy in watching with its knights, dragons, castles and, of course, a catapult. The background and castles put you the mood to grab your sword and defend the castles.\u201d Arjun N. adds, \u201cThis movie has a good message about people working as a team and that, as a team, they can solve any problem. The team is faced with various dangers and they work together to overcome these dangers.\u201d See their full reviews below.<\/p>\n<p>Super 4: Welcome to Kingsland<br \/>\nBy Morgan B., Kids First Film Critic, Age 12<\/p>\n<p>I love this DVD with its seven, fun-filled episodes with wonderful story lines, exciting characters and fun animation. The animation is similar to what LEGO movies use, but it is different and transports you to a new place.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wnGQ6Z6bwZc\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" width=\"560\"><\/p>\n<p><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The stories usually start off at King\u2019s castle and the characters leaving on an adventure. The PLAYMOBIL characters are <a onfocus=\"this.blur()\" onclick=\"ps_imagemanager_popup(this.href,'super4.a.jpg','300','222');return false\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/super4.a.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"super4.a.jpg\" title=\"super4.a.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs\/th-super4.a.jpg?resize=276%2C203\" height=\"203\" width=\"276\" vspace=\"5\" hspace=\"5\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>young, quirky and still trying to figure out their abilities. They all have clothing that matches their various characters which adds to making them look realistic. The Super 4 leader is a prince who is the brave knight, Alex (Damien Ferrette). A rambunctious and quirky pirate, Ruby (Laetitia Lefebvre) has their backs at all times although she is a bit of a thief. A shy and adorable fairy, Twinkle (Sarah Natochenny) is still learning how to use her magic wand. An intelligent and boastful scientist, Gene (Franck Lorrain) stands out from the others because he is a scientist from the future. Also, there is a silly girly girl, Leonora Princess (Alyson Leigh Rosenfeld) who loves her brother but can be a bit of a burden at times. She is very kind and clever and tries to help the Super 4 save the day and the kingdom.<\/p>\n<p>This is set in medieval times, a period I always take joy in watching with its knights, dragons, castles and, of course, a catapult. The background and castles put you the mood to grab your sword and defend the castles. Gene makes this a unique story line. His futuristic vehicle with computers, wheels and an engine sure beats walking or riding horseback. He always tells the viewers facts and science knowledge to help them solve the <a onfocus=\"this.blur()\" onclick=\"ps_imagemanager_popup(this.href,'super4.b.jpg','320','230');return false\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/super4.b.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"super4.b.jpg\" title=\"super4.b.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs\/th-super4.b.jpg?resize=274%2C197\" height=\"197\" width=\"274\" vspace=\"5\" hspace=\"5\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>problems.<\/p>\n<p>The voice talent are perfectly matched for their characters. The fairy is a bit high pitched perhaps but, one thing I like is that you can always tell who is talking because their voices are re all so distinct. The episode \u201cPrincely Wedding\u201d is humorous because the Princess is put under a love spell and falls in love with the Black Knight and Super 4 must figure out what is going on. She wants nothing to do with them because she is madly in love and will not listen to anyone, but her \u201clove\u201d is a sworn enemy of the kingdom. She is a girly girl, so this episode is totally out of character for her. I smiled from ear to ear in the \u201cBaby Dragon\u201d episode when Gene, the mature scientist, is singing a lullaby and is attached to the baby.<\/p>\n<p>The lesson learned here is that we all need each other to conquer problems. You should never give up as there are always different ways to look at things. When you do, you can find a solution. I recommend this to kids age 5 to 12. The episodes are short enough to keep young ones\u2019 attention and the unique animation, story lines and science information will entertain older kids.\u00a0 I give this 5 out of 5 super PLAYMOBIL stars. You can find this DVD wherever DVDs are sold.<\/p>\n<p>Super 4: Welcome to Kingsland<br \/>\nBy Arjun N., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 14<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gWcmKUyg4H0\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" width=\"560\"><\/p>\n<p><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Super4 is a decent Playmobile series that is more suitable for younger kids. The voice acting kept me in interested, but, the childish jokes were definitely not suited for teens. Also, the CGI is not as sophisticated. Despite that, it is very <a onfocus=\"this.blur()\" onclick=\"ps_imagemanager_popup(this.href,'super4.c.jpg','512','341');return false\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/super4.c.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"super4.c.jpg\" title=\"super4.c.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs\/th-super4.c.jpg?resize=275%2C183\" height=\"183\" width=\"275\" vspace=\"5\" hspace=\"5\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>watchable by a younger audience.<\/p>\n<p>The story line follows the adventures of four characters who go on adventures in Kingsland. The four characters include Prince Alexander (Damien Ferrette), Twinkle the fairy (Sarah Natochenny), Ruby the pirate (Laetitia Lefebvre) and Gene the scientist (Franck Lorrain). The team face certain challenges such as opposing kingdoms and dragons in six different episodes.<\/p>\n<p>Damien Ferrette delivers a decent performance as Prince Alexander and expresses the character\u2019s adventurous side quite well. Sarah Natochenny plays a fun Twinkle the fairy, showing the magical side of the character well. Ruby the Pirate (Laetitia Lefebvre) presents a very believable pirate that likes to steal. Gene the Scientist (Franck Lorrain) is the most interesting character due to his intelligence and wittiness.<\/p>\n<p>The movie\u2019s CGI is not as sophisticated as most of today\u2019s animated TV shows, which bothered me a little. Most movies <a onfocus=\"this.blur()\" onclick=\"ps_imagemanager_popup(this.href,'super4.d.jpg','640','423');return false\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/super4.d.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"super4.d.jpg\" title=\"super4.d.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs\/th-super4.d.jpg?resize=275%2C182\" height=\"182\" width=\"275\" vspace=\"5\" hspace=\"5\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a>today, such as the Pixar movies have realistic animations of the characters. The animation here seems a bit choppy and the characters are not very detailed. Despite this, I appreciate the efforts of the animation team because the characters are very well done. My favorite part would be the scenes involving the dragons. I think that the dragons are a great, fantastical element.<\/p>\n<p>This movie has a good message about people working as a team and that, as a team, they can solve any problem. The team is faced with various dangers and they work together to overcome these dangers. This show would appeal more to anyone interested in Playmobil line of toys. I give this show 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 8 years old. This series is available on DVD so, go check it out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Embark on a series of adventures with the Super 4 as they travel throughout Kingsland, a world of chivalry, dragons, quests, tournaments and castles! KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Morgan B. comments, \u201cThis is set in medieval times, a period I always take joy in watching with its knights, dragons, castles and, of course, a catapult. 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