Super Monsters: Once Upon a Rhyme 2021

Overview

Super Monsters: Once Upon a Rhyme is a 2021 animated television special that features a group of characters known as the Super Monsters. Directed by Steve Ball, the production centers on the reimagining of classic fairy tales and traditional nursery rhymes. The narrative incorporates a musical and magical approach to these well-known stories, specifically referencing characters and tales such as Goldilocks and Hansel and Gretel. The cast includes voice performances by Cynthia de Pando, Elyse Maloway, and Asia Mattu. The special has a runtime of 25 minutes and was released in France on June 1, 2021. The project serves as a creative expansion of the Super Monsters series, focusing on the characters as they rethink exemplary fantasies and favorite rhymes within their own magical context. The production is categorized as animation and is available for viewing on various streaming platforms. Through this musical lens, the Super Monsters provide a new perspective on established folklore, maintaining the established tone of the franchise while exploring these thematic elements through song and performance.