I believe that the question posed in this thread is nearly impossible to answer, but at the same time, I believe that it could help us get to know one another. It may seem trivial, but the selections that we make are a reflection of our core beliefs in regards to what we like about animation. Personally, I would have to go with a quote from an episode of “101 Dalmatians: The Series” entitled “
The Making Of…”, which is my favorite episode of the series. That episode shattered the fourth wall and was more-or-less a cast party / documentary hosted by the characters as they discussed how the entire series was nothing more than a television program. One of the scenes had
Cadpig auditioning to become a character on the television program and she introduced herself in a very unique manner.
Cadpig: From the black hole of eternity, I am born a runt!
(Cardboard cutouts of the other characters slide out of the way, revealing Cadpig sitting on a pineapple)
Cadpig: (to the producers) So, I get the part?
(The producers look at one another and all nod in approval)
Lucky: That was great, but what did it mean?
Cadpig: The pineapple symbolizes evil.
(Lucky looks bewildered as the scene fades out)
I have
always found that quote amusing. I found it amusing roughly a decade ago when I first watched that episode and I still find it amusing to this day. The quote was downright bizarre and it really captured the essence of Cadpig’s character. I have seen numerous animated programs over the years, but never have I heard a quote that is as delightfully random as that one. Some have come close, but taking everything into context, this one is still the best in my book.
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