Eloise: Me, Eloise is an animated television mini-series that originated in the United States and was produced by HandMade Entertainment. The show originally aired in 2006 by the Starz Kids and Family network. The engrossing series delivers an excellent arrangement of storyline and character arcs, with Mary Mouser offering a laudable performance as the voice-over for the main character, Eloise.
The story takes place in the buzzing city of New York and is based on the richly illustrated and highly popular book series by author Kay Thompson. Eloise: Me, Eloise specifically draws from the book "Eloise in Moscow" for its layered, comical, and entertaining storylines. This is a particularly wise choice, given the setting's historical and cultural riches that provide a wealth of opportunities for engrossing narratives.
The show deftly captures the eccentricity of Eloise, the series' six-year-old protagonist, voiced by Mary Mouser of "Body of Proof" fame. Eloise is a cheeky, free-spirited, adventurous, and mischievous parlour-maid's daughter who lives in the "room on the tippy-top floor" of New York's luxurious Plaza Hotel. These qualities, combined with an uncontainable imagination and resolute determination to explore the boundaries of her world, make Eloise an endearing character relatable to children and adults alike.
Each scene in Eloise: Me, Eloise is artfully drawn, with all characters portrayed in a way that is kind and respectful to Kay Thompson's original imagination. The series presents an entertaining look into Eloise's own personal world at the Plaza Hotel, characterized by her amusing experiences, lively relationships, and the strangely fascinating circumstances that often unfold around her.
There are plenty of colorful characters that make an appearance in this series. Apart from Eloise, there are characters like her nanny, a lawyer, maids, cooks, a Bell captain and hotel manager, a tutor, various hotel guests, a dog and even a turtle! All these add variety and fun, making Eloise's life in the Plaza Hotel a rich tapestry of excitement and adventure.
Catching the attention of the audience immediately is one of the strengths of the show. Right from the opening credits, viewers are drawn into the world of Eloise, as episodes open with a visualization of Eloise's delightful world, painted with dashes of mischief and gracefully accompanied by the artistic direction of Wes Archer, who has also worked on critically acclaimed shows like The Simpsons and Futurama.
The script's witty humor and some slightly extravagant situations render a joyous atmosphere that succeeds in making the audience both laugh and empathize with Eloise's many escapades and trials. Thanks to Mary Mouser's brilliant portrayal of Eloise, the character
Eloise: Me, Eloise is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between October 10, 2006 and on Starz