that "sweep, sweep ,sweep" bit was the most adorable thing I've seen from the series thus far, overall I'd have to say I was thoroughly impressed with this episode, and personally I think this seasons been one of the much better ones in a long time
This is the opposite of that "Make this castle home~" episode, wherein Twilight's friends use the things they each consider appropriate to decorate a home that isn't theirs, which doesn't solve anything. Then they learn to use their knowledge gained from their friendship with Twilight to fix the problem, saying "What would Twilight want?" In this episode, they all start out helping fix up Rarity's shop, and when she puts them in charge of things, they ask themselves, "What would Rarity want?" so their actions revolve around that, which doesn't solve anything. Then they learn that the reason behind Rarity putting them in charge is because of the knowledge she gained about them from their friendship, so they fix the problem by doing what they each consider appropriate instead. And I like that parallel.
I thought it was a great episode, matter of fact, my favourite of season 6 so far! Many episodes suffer due to the 22 minute counter... this episode gave time for every character, told the story in several tenses and gave cameos all without feeling rushed! That, in of itself, is quite the achievement. The humour was *golden!* I admit, I usually don't laugh out loud at the humour in Mlp... but when Pinkie's clone appeared at the cafe, I lost it! Not to mention Twilight's sweep remix, the spoon gloves, Pinkie's Rarity apparitions... Top notch comedy right here! The characters were played out very well. The main 6 each had there moments in the spotlight, none of them felt like they were being left out. Plus we had a returning Coco Pommel and Vinyl Scratch, as well as the introduction of some new characters (the Pulp Fiction reference at the start as an example), this is the kind of quality I'd expect in a two-parter! The show writers should be very pleased with what they've created here: this episode will easily be one of the most memorable of season 6. Plus, this provides a great quality introduction to new comers AND a whole lot of material for remixers (sweep sweep sweep) and fan fiction writers alike. ...5 stars!
Notable cameos include: Samuel L. Jackson and John Travolta from Pulp Fiction John Candy and Steven Martin from Planes, Trains, and Automobiles And that's as many as I could see that I could recognize. Maybe the three dancers are former Jem cast members.
I was honestly a _little_ bored by this episode, but as he pointed out, it was still well done. Some people just aren't intrigued by some things, but that doesn't make it bad.
Partially agreed, I found it good and all the better the more things went along. Yet the same it was a more low-energy sort of episode but also as ya said, that can still be good too. gg, ^-< /)
Rarity's "NO SPOILERS" moment. Twilight's " Sweep, Sweep, Sweep" Remix AJ & Rainbow's fist bump DJ Pon3 Pinkie's clone cameo Fluttershy at the table with the raccons sooo many awesome moments. This is my favorite S6 episode thus far
This episode was so good. It makes me appreciate Rarity's character even more. Plus by the many wonderful jokes I'm this episode. Also points for Rarity taking a stab at how some of the music industry is nowadays. Also the Planes, Trains, and Automobiles we've been robbed scene was a nice touch.
The aesop of the episode seemed to me like an alternate version of "Castle Sweet Castle," where instead of trying to solve the problem on their own, getting it wrong, and wondering what Twilight would want, they wonder what Rarity would want and end up solving it on their own, getting it right. In fact, it kind of sounds like the opposite.
OMG I can't believe I missed the Pulp Fiction cameo the first time through this episode! If they ever get Samuel L. Jackson, John Travolta, either together or separately to voice ponies, I will die happy. :)
I know, but if I had written it I had to write it at some point and you know, its writing, nobody likes writing. do you like writing? i don't like writing.
I think what makes this episode work so well is because it showcases what I think is MLP's strongest and best trait: its character-driven humor. What made at least half of the jokes work is laughing at the character who was making them, and the way everyone plays off each other is great. Easily the best episode of S6 so far, I think. Regarding continuity, and also speaking about characterization... I particularly like how this episode feels like it learned from the events of Rarity Takes Manehattan other than being a rehash of a lesson already learned. I like your summary of the moral in particular, and it speaks to me very much as one half of a creative team behind a very large video game modding project. I often say that one of the reasons my partner and I work so well together is that we trust each other to make the right call and don't really impede on one another's territory unless we really feel like we need to, and it shows in our work.
=weegeeslayer123 I like to think that the fandom is more creative than to rely on the main staff to provide things for fans to specifically trend and make memes about. I will, however, accept a "Work From Home" version… just one. I think it's what they're wanting for some reason.
The dialogue was incredibly well put. The storyline was well put together, but a little dull matic at times, but it was a great episode. Never seen you this excited, Dr. The intro blew my mind, I had to watch it twice. Good to see you have more than a calm demeanor, Dr. :) I look forward to what is to come of your channel.
I can honestly say that this episode was absolutely, 100%, not at all what I thought it was going to be, I never saw a thing coming in this episode, and, because of that, it was so much better than I thought it would be. I am so relieved that it did not go in the direction I thought it would.
This was another fantastic episode, the comedy was really top notch and the story concept of flashbacks and interviews was a really clever use of writing, each of the characters giving a commentary of the event that happened. And Twilight's sweep swap joke was funny and adorable ^^ I give it a 9/10 ^^
My favorite bits of humor was the mirror pool Pinkie in the background and Rainbow Dash's lines about "wait... are you writing that down?!" and her absolute lack of knowledge of fabric. Knowing my friends, I'm sure they will be pointing out how that's exactly like me. Lol
+Sky Trail I love Rainbow's utter lack of knowledge about fashion. As long as it feels comfortable on me I don't care how I dress lol so can totally relate to Rainbow there. Love the mirror pool Pinkie as well as the evil and good Rarity shoulder guide things. (Shouldn't it be an evil Pinkie Pie and good Pinkie Pie shoulder ponies? But meh it's Pinkie; better not question it! Love the sweeping bit with Twilight as well very cute/adorkable. XD.
+Book Lover The angel/devil shoulder thing was hilarious too! I think they were shown as Rarity since Pinkie was trying to think about what Rarity would do. And I completely agree on the clothes part. I don't want to wear anything unless it's comfortable which means I definitely hate dressing up :P
Sky Trail I suppose that makes sense with the angel/devil shoulder thing. And yeah I rarely even wear makeup; the only time I wear it is like at a Wedding or when I went to my prom. And the only thing I do with my hair is either leave it down or put it in a ponytail and that's it. Takes me five/ten minutes to get dressed lol. So while I might not be able to understand fashion I still appreciate what Rarity likes to do for a living. XD.
that was so funny when Rarity said no " Spoilers" in this ep of My little Pony Friendship is magic. I been a Brony for 7 months now and i am still new to all of this Brony stuff. +DrWorlf001 so " what's up Doc ?"
That reviewer stallion was a reference to J. Jonah Jameson! Aww, how could I have missed that! Thanks for mentioning that Doc though. It shows that the MLP writers really know how to utilize background gags and shoutouts and that they have only gotten better at it over time. To all those who accuse them of such, there is NO pointless fan pandering in this show; every shoutout meets its mark without breaking the show :)
Literally 30 min ago, I watched this episode. Creepy. That was JJJ? Didn't catch that. And I liked it. I came into it expecting a Rarity Meltdown, but was presently surprised. And DJ Pon3 was a nice nod to the fandom.
I've never done this in a middle of an episode of MLP before, ever. After Pinkie's call back to the mirror pool, I was laughing for at least five minuets, then I replayed that part, to only see one of the clones in the background to only laugh so more. That was so perfect in everyway, timing, the gags, possibly my favourite moment in all this season so far to be honest, could be bias because I love pinkie pie so much, but it's so perfect. I just hope for more episodes like this in the future, with hilarious moments, and characters having a reason to be there, than just fluff.
I really loved this episode, it gave the height at which all MLP episodes can live up to. Plus the interesting flashback-present type of episode was really neat. I also was laughing the entire time I was watching this! I can't wait to see what more season 6 has to offer! Rainbow's Rarity impression was pretty cool too. Overall this was both a comedic, and amazing episode!
I loved this episode so much! It was a nice change to the series but it was still in tune with everything. I loved all the gags and jokes and can see a lot of elements of this one episode being turned into so pretty popular things in not just the Brony community but the entre internet as a whole. This had to be the best episode in season 6 yet! And that's quite the shocker, considering what the main plot of the story was about: Rarity opening a new boutique. Great review, DRWolf!
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE THIS EPISODE! It's one of the best I've seen so far! There's Raripie moments, there's super funny moments (I laughed so freaking hard at Twi's slow motion flight to the window door, it was glorious. Not to mention Rainbow's "Wait, are you writing this down?" line.) everything about this episode was simply perfect!
+All Star Hey, DRWolf! I've just talk to my brother and he wants me to ask you this question. Do you think that other Pinkie Pie is a Change Link in disguise? After all, they are famous in doing that. That's all we wanted to ask. GOD Bless you and have a blessed day. :)
Favorite moment? It was double Pinkie. I literally exploded laughing for a long time, I had to pause the episode and take a moment, but when I returned, just by seeing the rapper Pinkie with that shocked expression, I exploded once again laughing like a maniac. Episode overall was "funtastic"!
There was also the background characters in the diner like Vincent and Jules from Pulp Fiction as ponies. That got a laugh out of me since PF is my favorite movie.
I went into the episode not expecting much, but was pleasantly surprised. The jump-cuts to interviews was a great choice since it kept each scene short and interesting while giving the viewers some fun side comedy. The storytelling method allowed for multiple character arcs to happen at the same time without bogging down the pace. I look forward to the next episode, but I still wonder, where was Spike and GlimGlam?
Okay, this episode was hands down HILARIOUS from the J. Jonah Jameson pony to DJ PON-3 getting officially called by her name in the show. The interview segments woven in were definitely the highlight of this episode for me. Status on episodes: 1 - The Saddle Row Review 2 - Gauntlet of Fire 3 - No Second Prances 4 - The Gift of the Maud Pie 5 - A Hearth's Warming Tail 6 - The Crystalling 7 - Newbie Dash 8 - On Your Marks
It's true, this was a great episode. The way the interviews cut into the main story was quite impressive direction, a big departure from the usual linear storyline. The story focused and the gags weren't intrusive.
I loved the episode, and was happy for the continuity for the double Pinkies. The AJ and RD dissing Twilight before joining in themselves was also a treat , but for my absolute favorite scene had to have been Twilight going over how she organized the clothes (lesser the 'best work' sentence). There was something about that I just found overly adorable. It's nice seeing Twilight passionate and not just in overworked exhaustion.
I was blindsided. I went into this not expecting that much and I ended up laughing harder than I have in a long time. Oh, the expressions in this one as well...
I personally think that Pinkie's "What would Rarity do?" scene should have been the last one of the mane six, causing it to parody the other "What would Rarity do?" scenes.
I actually didn't notice the Sam L. Jackson and John Travolta Pulp Fiction ponies in the background until I saw this review! "Mmm-mmm, this is a tasty Hay-Burger!"
...but Vinyl does have a voice...AND IT'S NAME IS NOWHACKING!!! HIRE HER ALREADY MLP STAFF!!! Also, good work Doc, always good to hear your take on things.
The raccoons going after Fluttershy was the biggest surprise for me. What happened with all the others was somewhat predictable, but I won't recall animals getting violent with Fluttershy before, aside from Angel Bunny. Seeing them as waiters was also a surprise. Housekeepers or in-shop "gophers" seemed more likely.
I agree, the episode was extraordinarily good. It had all the characters, with all their endearing quirks, and not a single of them (!) was overdone to the point of being annoying. Damn, the episode had callbacks that were funny instead of making you want to crawl under your desk, that's a rare treat indeed. Three timelines, stitched together with perfect timing, each of them enjoyable on its own terms. It's an amalgamation of everything that was ever good about the series. And yes, I think it might make a great introductory episode, one of the best, even though plenty of the enjoyment is guaranteed to be lost on new audience.
I have seen reactions all across the map with this episode. Some love it, some hate it, some give it a solid "meh." It's fascinating to watch. Personally, I thought the Pulp Fiction reference was both delightfully unexpected and entirely appropriate, given the nonlinear storytelling. Also, look carefully at Angel Rarity's halo. Unusually fluffy and yellow, because it's a haylo. You may now groan.
Nick Confalone is an excellent writer. He has a bit of experience. I can't say much for his work on Johnny Test. However some of his other works are pretty good. He and the writing staff with him did a fantastic job with this episode. I think this is the only episode where I actually laughed out loud and had a "feel good" moment at the end. Great review as always Dr. Wolf!
The other pinkie was either a changeling or the EqG one. She had the same logo on her hat that Bon Bon had on her secret agent suitcase in slice of life. On the other hand it may be related to the changeling in the s6 premiere flying over the crystal empire.
Definitely exceeded my expectations! A refreshing new episode that will stand our from all the rest. Everything about this episode was different in a refreshing way - new facial expressions, the talking head interview technique, new characters, returning characters, story structure, witty dialogue, hilarious comedic writing, the references, and surprising callbacks to previous seasons. Is it just me or were the Mane 6′s personalities a little more extreme in this week’s episode?
I personally always thought Vinyl was either hearing impaired or mute. Probably not full out deaf, since we have seen her react when people talk to her when she isn't able to lip read, but with enough of a hearing issue that communication is a struggle for her. It could explain her love of techno, with its reliance on heavy amounts of bass and strong beat
My only real problem was that there was too much to look at, I kept scanning the background and getting distracted from the central action! That said, I truly admire this show for gradually allowing the central characters to achieve their ambitions. So many other shows keep the cast in stasis, leaving their ambitions as nothing more than a trait, or have them gain their goals in one fell swoop. But not here. Rainbow Dash has finally become a Wonderbolt, and it took years of work, one step after another. Rarity is gradually expanding her business, just as she said she would, and it's never easy or simple. And even after achieving advancement, it's not cut and dry! Twilight became a princess and is still coping with her new role! The characters are literally growing and changing at a realistic pace! That's nuance which the show deserves to be commended for.
Easily the best episode of the current series. Fast and dynamic; everything flowed really well despite there being little breathing room, and there's a lot of nice references and good reasons to re-watch to catch everything. Some really good humour too, especially Pinkie who can get overused and treated as a bit of a heavy-headed crutch when they're trying to force things to be funny. It doesn't hurt that Rarity's fashion empire is one of the oldest and most consistent subplots, and it makes for a great overall storyline.
i love this episode and it is my top 5 personal favorites through out the series. I love the little bit of the Mare do wells a nice call back on that episode also they manage to put JJ as the reporter which he refers it. So a spider man touch all around.
My own thoughts? This was a much better episode than I had been expecting, though most of the time I was marveling with a friend at all the detail work. I feel that this was a fantastic retelling of season 1. The stand-out moment for me was Pinkie's shoulder demon/angel, because unlike the other times that MLP has done a one-off typical kids' show thing, this actually makes sense for the character and world. I'm looking at you, Fili Vanili and Flight to the Finish. This time I didn't think "if this were a better show...".
The Pinkie Pie clone and the NO SPOILERS! was the best one liners..ish. The Fact that Vinyl could be mute, is pretty cool part of her character. The whole sweep sweep sweep, was odd, but funny.
I thonk a GREAT aspect of this Episode that you totally glance over is personal note from the creators ;) Rarity Episode tend to have because she is the creative one, the designer who also is in business. In her first episode, where she makes dresses for everyone the mane six represent the different kind of custumors (the ones who think they know better, the ones being undecisive, or too vague or who get hung up on minor details etc) or in Cantalot Boutique the difficulty of staying an artist and still be in business. After I watched the episode with my bf he wondered what that girl character with her stupid Ideas was for. I replied: Well, that is Hasbro! See You have a project and many people with their job to get the Project running, often under GREAT time pressure, you have to trust everyone knows what they are doing. But then you also have the guy who fundet that project or gives you the necessary mean to do them and they want to have a say in this too. This is Hasbro saying "wee need Priincesses, wee need more Pink, wee need parkly castles, wee need new forms of the ponies for toys. You don't wanna do that? Fine we end the series!" So you have to deal with that and not only overcome it but integrate it and use that to even better your series (if that is possible) btw you mention the one Pinky clone but not the one in the disco? Seriously?
While this episode has a pony version of Jonah Jameson, what's even more funny is that the original 'My Little Pony' cartoon was co-produced by Marvel Productions, which was Marvel's animation arm during the 80's.
In the M L Larson thing on episode 100. Hasbro has stated that Vinyl Doesn't talk, ever. She lets her music talk for her. and On Vinyl and Octavia. In Episode 100 they were acting more like Sisters then Lovers. Lovers don't divide a Living space, but Sister do.
This was, at least to me, THE best episode of all seasons, so far! Well, at least definitely the funniest! Like, seriously! I couldn't laughing all the way through. I could barely eat my meal. XD Twilight's sweeping song almost caused me to spit my food on my computer. So funny and adorable!
Glad I'm not the only one who got the J. Jonah Jameson reference with the reporter pony, Dr. Wolf. Overall, I really enjoyed this episode myself, and I'm sure a lot of Bronies did so as well.
It's semi-confirmed that vinyl can talk. in eqg3, she chants along with everyone. but that's not our pony vinyl. in a hearthwarming tale, she is seen talking to octavia in the story, but that's just a story, maybe they're just waiting for nowacking to volunteer, or take their offer or whatever
I thought this episide was the living enbodiment of....ok, yeah the story was presented in a unique way and I like the nods to the audience and cameos, “hello agian steve martin and john candy pony" but my favorite episode of this seanson “so far" is gift of the maud pie
I kind of wish Spike & Starlight had been in this ep, seeing how Spike would go 2 the moon & back 4 Rarity & Goodness knows how MUCH Starlight could've contributed 2 the opening!
what I always liked about MLP was that the Moral was no Extreme. it was always a do this, but don't do to much of this. it showed Booth sides. and I think this is the "counter" Episode to the one where they dig out the old Library tree and turn it into a beautiful Chandeliere in twilis castle. hope you know what I mean.
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that "sweep, sweep ,sweep" bit was the most adorable thing I've seen from the series thus far, overall I'd have to say I was thoroughly impressed with this episode, and personally I think this seasons been one of the much better ones in a long time
"NO SPOILERS!" is the best thing ever.
End of the story.
I love it.
LOOOOVE IT
Quote of the millennium!
I would give you a like but the likes are 69
My pervy mind would not allow it
christian toledo gud sir, you know stuff.
The spoilers are, indeed, the end of the story. ;P
This is the opposite of that "Make this castle home~" episode, wherein Twilight's friends use the things they each consider appropriate to decorate a home that isn't theirs, which doesn't solve anything. Then they learn to use their knowledge gained from their friendship with Twilight to fix the problem, saying "What would Twilight want?"
In this episode, they all start out helping fix up Rarity's shop, and when she puts them in charge of things, they ask themselves, "What would Rarity want?" so their actions revolve around that, which doesn't solve anything. Then they learn that the reason behind Rarity putting them in charge is because of the knowledge she gained about them from their friendship, so they fix the problem by doing what they each consider appropriate instead.
And I like that parallel.
Yo, I thought the same thing.
Glad to see I'm not the only one who found this episode hilarious. I think Twilight's "sweep, sweep, sweep" bit was the best part. :)
I thought it was a great episode, matter of fact, my favourite of season 6 so far!
Many episodes suffer due to the 22 minute counter... this episode gave time for every character, told the story in several tenses and gave cameos all without feeling rushed! That, in of itself, is quite the achievement.
The humour was *golden!* I admit, I usually don't laugh out loud at the humour in Mlp... but when Pinkie's clone appeared at the cafe, I lost it! Not to mention Twilight's sweep remix, the spoon gloves, Pinkie's Rarity apparitions... Top notch comedy right here!
The characters were played out very well. The main 6 each had there moments in the spotlight, none of them felt like they were being left out. Plus we had a returning Coco Pommel and Vinyl Scratch, as well as the introduction of some new characters (the Pulp Fiction reference at the start as an example), this is the kind of quality I'd expect in a two-parter!
The show writers should be very pleased with what they've created here: this episode will easily be one of the most memorable of season 6. Plus, this provides a great quality introduction to new comers AND a whole lot of material for remixers (sweep sweep sweep) and fan fiction writers alike. ...5 stars!
Notable cameos include:
Samuel L. Jackson and John Travolta from Pulp Fiction
John Candy and Steven Martin from Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
And that's as many as I could see that I could recognize. Maybe the three dancers are former Jem cast members.
I wish the pony interviewer was voiced by J.K. Simons.
If that interviewer was indeed voiced by J.K. Simmons, then I would've liked this episode a whole lot more! 😄
Maybe the pinkie clone was actually a changling
I had the same thought. That would make two so far this season.
+MOOSEWHISKER I dunno... that seems a little too... convenient.
+Skyler Craft there where some more scenes that could be changeling if you monitor the background
+MOOSEWHISKER Thank you! That's what I was thinking as well. XD.
+MOOSEWHISKER or she could be the Equestria's Girls Pinkie Pie
Hearing J. Jonah's voice coming out of that pony about Spider man is one of the best things to come out of this fandom XD
"See this chair. Not clothes."
I was honestly a _little_ bored by this episode, but as he pointed out, it was still well done. Some people just aren't intrigued by some things, but that doesn't make it bad.
Partially agreed, I found it good and all the better the more things went along. Yet the same it was a more low-energy sort of episode but also as ya said, that can still be good too.
gg, ^-< /)
Rarity's "NO SPOILERS" moment. Twilight's " Sweep, Sweep, Sweep" Remix AJ & Rainbow's fist bump DJ Pon3 Pinkie's clone cameo Fluttershy at the table with the raccons sooo many awesome moments. This is my favorite S6 episode thus far
This episode was so good. It makes me appreciate Rarity's character even more. Plus by the many wonderful jokes I'm this episode. Also points for Rarity taking a stab at how some of the music industry is nowadays. Also the Planes, Trains, and Automobiles we've been robbed scene was a nice touch.
this is my absolute favorite episode of season 6 so far hands down. who's with me here?
No Second Prances is still my favorite, but this is definitely a close second!
Monado Sans second prances is my second favorite (its so good)
The aesop of the episode seemed to me like an alternate version of "Castle Sweet Castle," where instead of trying to solve the problem on their own, getting it wrong, and wondering what Twilight would want, they wonder what Rarity would want and end up solving it on their own, getting it right. In fact, it kind of sounds like the opposite.
He's only written two episodes, but Nick Confalone has had a good start so far.
what was the other episode?
Fudanshi-san No Second Prances
+Bobby Lawson Actually this is his fourth episode. He also wrote Party Pooped and Hearthbreakers.
Golden Star I Well three out of four is still good.
+Bobby Lawson three out of four?
OMG I can't believe I missed the Pulp Fiction cameo the first time through this episode! If they ever get Samuel L. Jackson, John Travolta, either together or separately to voice ponies, I will die happy. :)
This episode and subsequent review needs more photos of Spider-Man... I mean... Spider-Pig... I mean Spider-Pony...!
I MEAN SPIDER-MAN DAMMIT!
whaaaa the references and jokes are over 8000 (yes 8000 not 9000, it has something to do with translation)
+Rattler1 I think it was because saying 9000 synced more with the lip movement. :)
I know, but if I had written it I had to write it at some point and you know, its writing, nobody likes writing. do you like writing? i don't like writing.
Rattler1 I'm actually a writer. XD
I think what makes this episode work so well is because it showcases what I think is MLP's strongest and best trait: its character-driven humor. What made at least half of the jokes work is laughing at the character who was making them, and the way everyone plays off each other is great. Easily the best episode of S6 so far, I think.
Regarding continuity, and also speaking about characterization... I particularly like how this episode feels like it learned from the events of Rarity Takes Manehattan other than being a rehash of a lesson already learned. I like your summary of the moral in particular, and it speaks to me very much as one half of a creative team behind a very large video game modding project. I often say that one of the reasons my partner and I work so well together is that we trust each other to make the right call and don't really impede on one another's territory unless we really feel like we need to, and it shows in our work.
Dangit, I missed the Pinkie clone! I must've blinked or looked away at just the wrong moment or something.
sweep sweep sweep sweep sweep
Sweep Sweep Sweep
+Gillian Quigley How much you want to bet that some of the musicians within the fandom will try to remix that
+sadlobster1 God, I hope not.
+Snowmon89 Why not?
=weegeeslayer123 I like to think that the fandom is more creative than to rely on the main staff to provide things for fans to specifically trend and make memes about.
I will, however, accept a "Work From Home" version… just one. I think it's what they're wanting for some reason.
The dialogue was incredibly well put. The storyline was well put together, but a little dull matic at times, but it was a great episode. Never seen you this excited, Dr. The intro blew my mind, I had to watch it twice. Good to see you have more than a calm demeanor, Dr. :) I look forward to what is to come of your channel.
I can honestly say that this episode was absolutely, 100%, not at all what I thought it was going to be, I never saw a thing coming in this episode, and, because of that, it was so much better than I thought it would be. I am so relieved that it did not go in the direction I thought it would.
Sweep,sweep,sweep,
sweep,sweep,sweep,
sweep,sweep
REMIX THAT STUFF,GUYS!
This was another fantastic episode, the comedy was really top notch and the story concept of flashbacks and interviews was a really clever use of writing, each of the characters giving a commentary of the event that happened. And Twilight's sweep swap joke was funny and adorable ^^ I give it a 9/10 ^^
love that parody like thing at the end! you referencing spider man at the end was hilarious!
the extra pinkie almost made me explode in laughter. This is definitely on the list of introduction episodes
Those interview scenes reminded me of the confessionals in reality/competition shows like King of the Nerds, Survivor, and Chopped
My favorite bits of humor was the mirror pool Pinkie in the background and Rainbow Dash's lines about "wait... are you writing that down?!" and her absolute lack of knowledge of fabric. Knowing my friends, I'm sure they will be pointing out how that's exactly like me. Lol
+Sky Trail I love Rainbow's utter lack of knowledge about fashion. As long as it feels comfortable on me I don't care how I dress lol so can totally relate to Rainbow there. Love the mirror pool Pinkie as well as the evil and good Rarity shoulder guide things. (Shouldn't it be an evil Pinkie Pie and good Pinkie Pie shoulder ponies? But meh it's Pinkie; better not question it! Love the sweeping bit with Twilight as well very cute/adorkable. XD.
+Book Lover The angel/devil shoulder thing was hilarious too! I think they were shown as Rarity since Pinkie was trying to think about what Rarity would do. And I completely agree on the clothes part. I don't want to wear anything unless it's comfortable which means I definitely hate dressing up :P
Sky Trail I suppose that makes sense with the angel/devil shoulder thing. And yeah I rarely even wear makeup; the only time I wear it is like at a Wedding or when I went to my prom. And the only thing I do with my hair is either leave it down or put it in a ponytail and that's it. Takes me five/ten minutes to get dressed lol. So while I might not be able to understand fashion I still appreciate what Rarity likes to do for a living. XD.
that was so funny when Rarity said no " Spoilers" in this ep of My little Pony Friendship is magic.
I been a Brony for 7 months now and i am still new to all of this Brony stuff.
+DrWorlf001 so " what's up Doc ?"
Someone should create a fan-fiction of that pinkie clone called the missing pinkie what do you think
+Joshua Lopez
Give it 48 hours.
I honestly wouldn't be surprised if there's one in the feature box in the coming 24 hours
+Joshua Lopez There have probably been countless fanfics about escaped Pinkie clones since the original _Too Many Pinkie Pies_ episode aired.
What would the Pinkie clones be doing? Keeping incognito or impersonating Pinkiepie?
That reviewer stallion was a reference to J. Jonah Jameson! Aww, how could I have missed that! Thanks for mentioning that Doc though. It shows that the MLP writers really know how to utilize background gags and shoutouts and that they have only gotten better at it over time. To all those who accuse them of such, there is NO pointless fan pandering in this show; every shoutout meets its mark without breaking the show :)
I didn't get the reference of that interviewer at first, but after seeing that skit at the end, I get it now.
Literally 30 min ago, I watched this episode. Creepy. That was JJJ? Didn't catch that. And I liked it. I came into it expecting a Rarity Meltdown, but was presently surprised.
And DJ Pon3 was a nice nod to the fandom.
+Logan Estes (Modiety Minion, Owl King) No doubt about it. That was a JJ Jameson ref.
I call myself a fan of Spidy and I didn't catch that. I am ashamed.
+Logan Estes (Modiety Minion, Owl King) Considering Potterbrony didn't catch Snape during Hearth's Warming, you're excused. ;)
^-^ yey.
+Logan Estes (Modiety Minion, Owl King)
How about the PULP Fiction ponies in the DINER >:)
I've never done this in a middle of an episode of MLP before, ever.
After Pinkie's call back to the mirror pool, I was laughing for at least five minuets, then I replayed that part, to only see one of the clones in the background to only laugh so more. That was so perfect in everyway, timing, the gags, possibly my favourite moment in all this season so far to be honest, could be bias because I love pinkie pie so much, but it's so perfect.
I just hope for more episodes like this in the future, with hilarious moments, and characters having a reason to be there, than just fluff.
I really loved this episode, it gave the height at which all MLP episodes can live up to. Plus the interesting flashback-present type of episode was really neat. I also was laughing the entire time I was watching this! I can't wait to see what more season 6 has to offer! Rainbow's Rarity impression was pretty cool too. Overall this was both a comedic, and amazing episode!
Dash's joke about the seat made me laugh XD
This is my favorite episode so far :)
I loved this episode so much! It was a nice change to the series but it was still in tune with everything. I loved all the gags and jokes and can see a lot of elements of this one episode being turned into so pretty popular things in not just the Brony community but the entre internet as a whole. This had to be the best episode in season 6 yet! And that's quite the shocker, considering what the main plot of the story was about: Rarity opening a new boutique. Great review, DRWolf!
This was the first episode since Brotherhooves Social that I felt compelled to watch again. Easily one of my new favorites!
WHEN THE CLOME SHOWED UP I LITERALLY FELL ON THE FLOOR LAUGHING
*clone
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE THIS EPISODE! It's one of the best I've seen so far! There's Raripie moments, there's super funny moments (I laughed so freaking hard at Twi's slow motion flight to the window door, it was glorious. Not to mention Rainbow's "Wait, are you writing this down?" line.) everything about this episode was simply perfect!
Thanks, DRWolf! I didn't pay no attention about that part about another Pinkie hiding behind the stack of Pancakes!
+All Star Hey, DRWolf! I've just talk to my brother and he wants me to ask you this question. Do you think that other Pinkie Pie is a Change Link in disguise? After all, they are famous in doing that. That's all we wanted to ask. GOD Bless you and have a blessed day. :)
Favorite moment? It was double Pinkie. I literally exploded laughing for a long time, I had to pause the episode and take a moment, but when I returned, just by seeing the rapper Pinkie with that shocked expression, I exploded once again laughing like a maniac. Episode overall was "funtastic"!
There was also the background characters in the diner like Vincent and Jules from Pulp Fiction as ponies. That got a laugh out of me since PF is my favorite movie.
I went into the episode not expecting much, but was pleasantly surprised. The jump-cuts to interviews was a great choice since it kept each scene short and interesting while giving the viewers some fun side comedy. The storytelling method allowed for multiple character arcs to happen at the same time without bogging down the pace. I look forward to the next episode, but I still wonder, where was Spike and GlimGlam?
Okay, this episode was hands down HILARIOUS from the J. Jonah Jameson pony to DJ PON-3 getting officially called by her name in the show. The interview segments woven in were definitely the highlight of this episode for me.
Status on episodes:
1 - The Saddle Row Review
2 - Gauntlet of Fire
3 - No Second Prances
4 - The Gift of the Maud Pie
5 - A Hearth's Warming Tail
6 - The Crystalling
7 - Newbie Dash
8 - On Your Marks
This episode is eaisly the best one of season six so far. I love the format, I love the humor and I love all the references.
I love stories that aren't chronological. Recounting of stories is like one of my favorite tropes.
Ah of course, This one had me cracked me up at Twilights "Sweep, Sweep, Sweep.!" That was super funny:3
Gotta say it's hard to choose just one moment. Hidden Pinkie, Sick Coco, Shoulder Raritys and Raccoon waiters certainly take the cake.
at the end of this video where was that audio from?
I'm surprised this using Vinyl's name so much. Well, her DJ name at least. I feel like their might be a Vinyl episode coming up in the future maybe.
It's true, this was a great episode. The way the interviews cut into the main story was quite impressive direction, a big departure from the usual linear storyline. The story focused and the gags weren't intrusive.
I loved the episode, and was happy for the continuity for the double Pinkies. The AJ and RD dissing Twilight before joining in themselves was also a treat , but for my absolute favorite scene had to have been Twilight going over how she organized the clothes (lesser the 'best work' sentence). There was something about that I just found overly adorable. It's nice seeing Twilight passionate and not just in overworked exhaustion.
I was blindsided. I went into this not expecting that much and I ended up laughing harder than I have in a long time. Oh, the expressions in this one as well...
This was one of my favorite episodes of the series! I could watch it five times over and still be entertained.
This episode probably would have been fine without the interview cutaways, but it's so much better because of them.
I personally think that Pinkie's "What would Rarity do?" scene should have been the last one of the mane six, causing it to parody the other "What would Rarity do?" scenes.
I actually didn't notice the Sam L. Jackson and John Travolta Pulp Fiction ponies in the background until I saw this review! "Mmm-mmm, this is a tasty Hay-Burger!"
Was I the only one caught off guard by pinkie's shoulder angel and devil switching roles.....I laughed so hard at that.
...but Vinyl does have a voice...AND IT'S NAME IS NOWHACKING!!! HIRE HER ALREADY MLP STAFF!!! Also, good work Doc, always good to hear your take on things.
For some reason, this reminds me of the vlog entries in Hulk and the Agents of SMASH.
The raccoons going after Fluttershy was the biggest surprise for me. What happened with all the others was somewhat predictable, but I won't recall animals getting violent with Fluttershy before, aside from Angel Bunny. Seeing them as waiters was also a surprise. Housekeepers or in-shop "gophers" seemed more likely.
It's MLP's "The Office." It's surprising how well this show lends itself to that format.
I agree, the episode was extraordinarily good. It had all the characters, with all their endearing quirks, and not a single of them (!) was overdone to the point of being annoying. Damn, the episode had callbacks that were funny instead of making you want to crawl under your desk, that's a rare treat indeed. Three timelines, stitched together with perfect timing, each of them enjoyable on its own terms. It's an amalgamation of everything that was ever good about the series. And yes, I think it might make a great introductory episode, one of the best, even though plenty of the enjoyment is guaranteed to be lost on new audience.
I have seen reactions all across the map with this episode. Some love it, some hate it, some give it a solid "meh." It's fascinating to watch.
Personally, I thought the Pulp Fiction reference was both delightfully unexpected and entirely appropriate, given the nonlinear storytelling. Also, look carefully at Angel Rarity's halo. Unusually fluffy and yellow, because it's a haylo. You may now groan.
The episode was hilarious and I enjoyed it much more than I thought I would enjoy. No overdoings anywhere was certainly a big plus as well!
I totally didn't realize the Pulp Fiction reference. Thank you for that.
Nick Confalone is an excellent writer. He has a bit of experience. I can't say much for his work on Johnny Test. However some of his other works are pretty good. He and the writing staff with him did a fantastic job with this episode. I think this is the only episode where I actually laughed out loud and had a "feel good" moment at the end. Great review as always Dr. Wolf!
The other pinkie was either a changeling or the EqG one. She had the same logo on her hat that Bon Bon had on her secret agent suitcase in slice of life. On the other hand it may be related to the changeling in the s6 premiere flying over the crystal empire.
Yes!!! I'm so glad that I'm not the only one who saw J. Jonah Jameson! XD
Definitely exceeded my expectations! A refreshing new episode that will stand our from all the rest. Everything about this episode was different in a refreshing way - new facial expressions, the talking head interview technique, new characters, returning characters, story structure, witty dialogue, hilarious comedic writing, the references, and surprising callbacks to previous seasons.
Is it just me or were the Mane 6′s personalities a little more extreme in this week’s episode?
just keep sweeping just keep sweeping sweeping sweeping XD
+Peppermint presents The new just keep swimming. XD.
+Book Lover EXACTLY XD
I personally always thought Vinyl was either hearing impaired or mute. Probably not full out deaf, since we have seen her react when people talk to her when she isn't able to lip read, but with enough of a hearing issue that communication is a struggle for her. It could explain her love of techno, with its reliance on heavy amounts of bass and strong beat
NO SPOILERS!!! Rarity is River Song!
My only real problem was that there was too much to look at, I kept scanning the background and getting distracted from the central action!
That said, I truly admire this show for gradually allowing the central characters to achieve their ambitions. So many other shows keep the cast in stasis, leaving their ambitions as nothing more than a trait, or have them gain their goals in one fell swoop. But not here.
Rainbow Dash has finally become a Wonderbolt, and it took years of work, one step after another. Rarity is gradually expanding her business, just as she said she would, and it's never easy or simple. And even after achieving advancement, it's not cut and dry! Twilight became a princess and is still coping with her new role! The characters are literally growing and changing at a realistic pace! That's nuance which the show deserves to be commended for.
Easily the best episode of the current series. Fast and dynamic; everything flowed really well despite there being little breathing room, and there's a lot of nice references and good reasons to re-watch to catch everything. Some really good humour too, especially Pinkie who can get overused and treated as a bit of a heavy-headed crutch when they're trying to force things to be funny.
It doesn't hurt that Rarity's fashion empire is one of the oldest and most consistent subplots, and it makes for a great overall storyline.
i love this episode and it is my top 5 personal favorites through out the series. I love the little bit of the Mare do wells a nice call back on that episode also they manage to put JJ as the reporter which he refers it. So a spider man touch all around.
My own thoughts? This was a much better episode than I had been expecting, though most of the time I was marveling with a friend at all the detail work. I feel that this was a fantastic retelling of season 1.
The stand-out moment for me was Pinkie's shoulder demon/angel, because unlike the other times that MLP has done a one-off typical kids' show thing, this actually makes sense for the character and world. I'm looking at you, Fili Vanili and Flight to the Finish. This time I didn't think "if this were a better show...".
I thought Twilight was all kinds of adorable in this, from her remix of Sweep, Sweep, Sweep to her eagerness to organise the clothes.
The Pinkie Pie clone and the NO SPOILERS! was the best one liners..ish. The Fact that Vinyl could be mute, is pretty cool part of her character. The whole sweep sweep sweep, was odd, but funny.
J Jonah Jameson pony for the win. NOW GO GET ME PICTURES OF SPIDER-MARE!!!
this was a great episode,
nice review Doc
I thonk a GREAT aspect of this Episode that you totally glance over is personal note from the creators ;) Rarity Episode tend to have because she is the creative one, the designer who also is in business. In her first episode, where she makes dresses for everyone the mane six represent the different kind of custumors (the ones who think they know better, the ones being undecisive, or too vague or who get hung up on minor details etc) or in Cantalot Boutique the difficulty of staying an artist and still be in business.
After I watched the episode with my bf he wondered what that girl character with her stupid Ideas was for. I replied: Well, that is Hasbro! See You have a project and many people with their job to get the Project running, often under GREAT time pressure, you have to trust everyone knows what they are doing. But then you also have the guy who fundet that project or gives you the necessary mean to do them and they want to have a say in this too. This is Hasbro saying "wee need Priincesses, wee need more Pink, wee need parkly castles, wee need new forms of the ponies for toys. You don't wanna do that? Fine we end the series!" So you have to deal with that and not only overcome it but integrate it and use that to even better your series (if that is possible)
btw you mention the one Pinky clone but not the one in the disco? Seriously?
This episode reminds me of all those fun Mockumentary shows like the office, Modern Family and even Parks and rec.
+Actionfan19 The original name of the episode was _Saddle Row and Rec_ before they changed it to _The Saddle Row Review_. ;-P
While this episode has a pony version of Jonah Jameson, what's even more funny is that the original 'My Little Pony' cartoon was co-produced by Marvel Productions, which was Marvel's animation arm during the 80's.
In the M L Larson thing on episode 100. Hasbro has stated that Vinyl Doesn't talk, ever. She lets her music talk for her.
and
On Vinyl and Octavia. In Episode 100 they were acting more like Sisters then Lovers. Lovers don't divide a Living space, but Sister do.
I loved what you did at the end there. It's so weird because I saw Spiderman last night......... The 2002 version.
This episode was hilarious. The ponies talking to the camera reminded me of an episode Modern Family or The Office and I loved it.
In Medias Res is such a great style when done correctly
Just for laughs; Whenever someone says that Vinyl can't speak, I point out that she sing a little bit during the 1st Equestria Girls movie.
I don't know what to think about this episode. IT's....kinda chaotic. I also didn't care for it. it's just...bleh
This was, at least to me, THE best episode of all seasons, so far! Well, at least definitely the funniest! Like, seriously! I couldn't laughing all the way through. I could barely eat my meal. XD Twilight's sweeping song almost caused me to spit my food on my computer. So funny and adorable!
Glad I'm not the only one who got the J. Jonah Jameson reference with the reporter pony, Dr. Wolf. Overall, I really enjoyed this episode myself, and I'm sure a lot of Bronies did so as well.
It's semi-confirmed that vinyl can talk. in eqg3, she chants along with everyone. but that's not our pony vinyl. in a hearthwarming tale, she is seen talking to octavia in the story, but that's just a story, maybe they're just waiting for nowacking to volunteer, or take their offer or whatever
I thought this episide was the living enbodiment of....ok, yeah the story was presented in a unique way and I like the nods to the audience and cameos, “hello agian steve martin and john candy pony" but my favorite episode of this seanson “so far" is gift of the maud pie
I kind of wish Spike & Starlight had been in this ep, seeing how Spike would go 2 the moon & back 4 Rarity & Goodness knows how MUCH Starlight could've contributed 2 the opening!
I like that this is kind of the reverse of Castle Sweet Castle!
When I heard the story for this episode I wasn't to exited for it but I was very happy I was wrong this was a awesome episode
what I always liked about MLP was that the Moral was no Extreme. it was always a do this, but don't do to much of this. it showed Booth sides. and I think this is the "counter" Episode to the one where they dig out the old Library tree and turn it into a beautiful Chandeliere in twilis castle. hope you know what I mean.