Saturday, October 12, 2013

VeggieTales - The Ballad of Little Joe



Veggie Return With Another Winner
Little Joe (Larry the Cucumber), is his father's favorite son. When his brothers (the French peas) sell him into slavery in Dodge Ball City, he goes to work for McPotiphar. But just when he's made employee of the month, Miss Kitty (Madame Blueberry) frames him for stealing. Is God really still with him? What could God's plan possibly be?

Of course, anyone familiar with the Bible will recognize this as the story of Joseph from the Old Testament. Told in a completely fresh way, the theme of God working all things for good for those who follow Him comes through as loud and clear as it does in the original. Of course, the guys at Big Idea have had their own fun with it along the way, and the result is another episode filled with humor for the entire family. We even go back to the kitchen sink and get to see Cordy the Computer again.

A special mention must be made of the new silly song. "Belly Button," as sung by boy band "Boyz in the Sink" is one of the best they've come up...

The Magic Continues.
THE BALLAD OF LITTLE JOE is the Veggie Tale version of the Biblical story of Joseph. Bob and Larry try to explain why so many bad things happen to good people. Bob wants a straight Bible story and Larry wants a western. They compromise and THE BALLAD OF LITTLE JOE is the result. The film contains all the great humor and heart that have made Veggie Tales so special and popular. This episode includes the Silly Song of "Belly Button" sung by the In the Sink Boys. The song is hilarious and reminds one of the famous "Hamburger" song from a few years ago. Perhaps Mr. Lunt should sing more love longs. This is a great Veggie Tale episode and the DVD is a welcome addition for any collection. Kids love the Veggie Tales and so do adults. The episodes are made for kids, but adults will perhaps enjoy them even more. The DVD includes a commetary, several previews, a few games, and a few other bonus items.

Big Idea has another hit with Little Joe!
What an awesome retelling of the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors! The story stays true to the bible and will amuse both children and adults with sight gags and fantastic music and a great story of why, even when bad things happen, God can make something good come out of it. The Silly Song is the silliest yet with Mr. Lunt as the lead singer of a "Boyz" band! Thanks Big Idea. You make it a little easier to find nourishing things for my children to watch.

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