While going through my archives of old VHS tapes, I happened to stumble upon one labled "Treasure of the Golden Suns". Appearently I had taped it off TV in 1987 when it originally aired on prime time television. I was certainly in for a treat! "Treasure of the Golden Suns" was the movie that started the DuckTales the series. It follows the adventures of Scrooge, his three nephews, his hired nanny Mrs. Beakly, and his pilot LaunchPad McQuack as they embark on an epic journey in search of the fabled Incan Treasure of the Golden Suns. The plot moves swiftly, with more twists than a pretzel factory....and the dialogue is top notch, especially for a TV movie. Also, it's not particularly for younger viewers due to some intense scenes and MUCH violence. Nevertheless, the movie astounded me in every way possible....animation, scripting....it has it all. A MUST for any Disney or adventure fan. 10/10
5 Reviews
In the Beginning....
Hollywood_Yoda17 July 2013
Every good story has a beginning and for Scrooge McDuck, it was when he was left to care for his three nephews; Huey, Dewey and Louie. This three-part television movie was released in 1987 as a pilot episode for the series.
In the story, the three boys find a hidden treasure map of the Golden Suns, a treasure of vast fortune. Also introduced is Launchpad McQuack (also seen in Darkwing Duck), Scrooge's pilot. They head to the Middle East to search for the treasure, but unbeknownst to them, someone else is hot on the trail. It is Flinthart Glomgold, Scrooge's nemesis.
Most people think that "DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp" was the first movie, but in fact, there were several TV movies, later made into episodic form.
In the story, the three boys find a hidden treasure map of the Golden Suns, a treasure of vast fortune. Also introduced is Launchpad McQuack (also seen in Darkwing Duck), Scrooge's pilot. They head to the Middle East to search for the treasure, but unbeknownst to them, someone else is hot on the trail. It is Flinthart Glomgold, Scrooge's nemesis.
Most people think that "DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp" was the first movie, but in fact, there were several TV movies, later made into episodic form.
Bloody Brilliant!!!
stormy_daze25 November 2006
Warning: Spoilers
I grew up with this series, and I shall tell you that Talespin, Ducktales, Chip and Dale, and Gummy Bears were fond memories of mine growing up. They were brilliant fun, and quite intelligent for children's cartoons.
I was a little worried, having loved it as much as I did, when I received it for a Christmas pressie last year. What if it wasn't as good? What if my memories were rose-coloured and the show was stupid and ridiculous and tragically unwatchable? I couldn't have been more wrong. The episodes were bloody brilliant, I think I enjoyed them now more than I had done when I was a kiddie -- mainly because I can appreciate it more now. There's wretched things like Dora the Explorer, in which the characters just screech and scream, and then there's a classic like Ducktales.
As most of you are probably aware, Uncle Scrooge, his newphew triplets Hewey, Dewey, and Lewey are always off getting themselves in trouble. Many of the stories are ripped off old mythologies (like Homer and the Illiad) but I don't mind as I'm a mythologist and can appreciate it now. The stories are morally entertaining, but they don't bash you over the head with the morals.
This is a safe, classic programme that's fun at all ages, if not a bit simplistic (what's wrong with that?). The characters are fab (Scrooge is still my favourite cartoon character ever) and even has an occasional guest-star with Uncle Donald.
If you want to relive some of your happy childhood memories, or have a safe, fun, inventive cartoon for your kiddies to watch, I highly recommend the four shows Talespin, Ducktales, Chip and Dale, and Gummy Bears, as they were brilliant.
Best part about Ducktales was the miniseries pilot, tho -- don't dare forget to watch Treasure of the Golden Suns, bloody brilliant!!!!!
I was a little worried, having loved it as much as I did, when I received it for a Christmas pressie last year. What if it wasn't as good? What if my memories were rose-coloured and the show was stupid and ridiculous and tragically unwatchable? I couldn't have been more wrong. The episodes were bloody brilliant, I think I enjoyed them now more than I had done when I was a kiddie -- mainly because I can appreciate it more now. There's wretched things like Dora the Explorer, in which the characters just screech and scream, and then there's a classic like Ducktales.
As most of you are probably aware, Uncle Scrooge, his newphew triplets Hewey, Dewey, and Lewey are always off getting themselves in trouble. Many of the stories are ripped off old mythologies (like Homer and the Illiad) but I don't mind as I'm a mythologist and can appreciate it now. The stories are morally entertaining, but they don't bash you over the head with the morals.
This is a safe, classic programme that's fun at all ages, if not a bit simplistic (what's wrong with that?). The characters are fab (Scrooge is still my favourite cartoon character ever) and even has an occasional guest-star with Uncle Donald.
If you want to relive some of your happy childhood memories, or have a safe, fun, inventive cartoon for your kiddies to watch, I highly recommend the four shows Talespin, Ducktales, Chip and Dale, and Gummy Bears, as they were brilliant.
Best part about Ducktales was the miniseries pilot, tho -- don't dare forget to watch Treasure of the Golden Suns, bloody brilliant!!!!!
A treasure
TheLittleSongbird26 September 2018
As said many, many times, love animation to bits, always have. Not just Disney, Looney Tunes, Tom and Jerry, Tex Avery and Hanna Barbera, but getting older it also broadened to include Pixar, Studio Ghibli, Soyuzmultfilm and Fleischer. It has always been a huge part of my life and helped me through all the tough times in school, with a broader knowledge actually appreciate it even more now.
Very like as has been said with 'Darkwing Duck' and 'Talespin' in individual episodes of them, 'DuckTales' is a show dear to my heart. While not quite one of the all-time greats in animation and ever it is a personal favourite and one of my favourite shows from Disney. Felt that way as a child, still do. One of those personal favourites from a young age that has held up very well (not all my childhood favourites have), and like many favourites seen recently as a young adult 'DuckTales' is even more entertaining through adult eyes from appreciating the writing and stories even more.
'DuckTales' couldn't have gotten off to a better start than "The Treasure of the Golden Suns". For me one of the best starts to an animated show.
The animation in "The Treasure of the Golden Suns" looks very pleasing on the eyes, nothing shoddy about it. Instead it is very vibrant, fluidly drawn and the attention to detail in the backgrounds is also note-worthy. Can say nothing wrong about the music, the score is dynamic, beautifully orchestrated, never jarring with the action and full of energy. Just as animated shows of this kind should be. It is impossible to resist or forget the theme song, one of the catchiest in animation and ever.
"The Treasure of the Golden Suns" writing is even smarter, even more intelligent and even funnier as an adult. Part of this is due to understanding and appreciating the references, which came over as very funny and brilliantly timed when a child but easier to get and notice as an adult. Have found the same experience re-visiting other favourites like 'Animaniacs', 'Pinky and the Brain' and 'Tiny Toon Adventures'. The dialogue is hilarious, quotable and surprisingly fresh by today's standards, also surprisingly thought-provoking and educational.
Similarly great in "The Treasure of the Golden Suns" is the storytelling. It is a thrilling and remarkably inventive story that is not predictable or repetitive, also not taking too long to get started or to the point. It is immensely entertaining to watch, has thrills aplenty, is never dull and has emotional investment while the conflict has tension.
Have always loved the characters. Scrooge is one of those characters that does live up to his name at first but the character grows and goes on a journey. It is wonderful to see Huey, Duey and Louie be given distinct personalities and it is much easier to tell them apart as a result than before when partnered with their uncle Donald Duck. Launchpad is great fun as is Webby. Donald Duck makes a nice short appearance.
In "The Treasure of the Golden Suns", the voice acting is faultless. Cannot imagine anybody else as the characters of Scrooge and Launchpad than Alan Young and Terrence McGovern, Young especially is a big reason why Scrooge works so well as a character. Russi Taylor is wholly successful in giving different personalities to the three nephews. Tony Anselmo is a worthy successor to Clarence "Ducky" Nash as Donald.
Overall, a brilliant start. 10/10 Bethany Cox
Very like as has been said with 'Darkwing Duck' and 'Talespin' in individual episodes of them, 'DuckTales' is a show dear to my heart. While not quite one of the all-time greats in animation and ever it is a personal favourite and one of my favourite shows from Disney. Felt that way as a child, still do. One of those personal favourites from a young age that has held up very well (not all my childhood favourites have), and like many favourites seen recently as a young adult 'DuckTales' is even more entertaining through adult eyes from appreciating the writing and stories even more.
'DuckTales' couldn't have gotten off to a better start than "The Treasure of the Golden Suns". For me one of the best starts to an animated show.
The animation in "The Treasure of the Golden Suns" looks very pleasing on the eyes, nothing shoddy about it. Instead it is very vibrant, fluidly drawn and the attention to detail in the backgrounds is also note-worthy. Can say nothing wrong about the music, the score is dynamic, beautifully orchestrated, never jarring with the action and full of energy. Just as animated shows of this kind should be. It is impossible to resist or forget the theme song, one of the catchiest in animation and ever.
"The Treasure of the Golden Suns" writing is even smarter, even more intelligent and even funnier as an adult. Part of this is due to understanding and appreciating the references, which came over as very funny and brilliantly timed when a child but easier to get and notice as an adult. Have found the same experience re-visiting other favourites like 'Animaniacs', 'Pinky and the Brain' and 'Tiny Toon Adventures'. The dialogue is hilarious, quotable and surprisingly fresh by today's standards, also surprisingly thought-provoking and educational.
Similarly great in "The Treasure of the Golden Suns" is the storytelling. It is a thrilling and remarkably inventive story that is not predictable or repetitive, also not taking too long to get started or to the point. It is immensely entertaining to watch, has thrills aplenty, is never dull and has emotional investment while the conflict has tension.
Have always loved the characters. Scrooge is one of those characters that does live up to his name at first but the character grows and goes on a journey. It is wonderful to see Huey, Duey and Louie be given distinct personalities and it is much easier to tell them apart as a result than before when partnered with their uncle Donald Duck. Launchpad is great fun as is Webby. Donald Duck makes a nice short appearance.
In "The Treasure of the Golden Suns", the voice acting is faultless. Cannot imagine anybody else as the characters of Scrooge and Launchpad than Alan Young and Terrence McGovern, Young especially is a big reason why Scrooge works so well as a character. Russi Taylor is wholly successful in giving different personalities to the three nephews. Tony Anselmo is a worthy successor to Clarence "Ducky" Nash as Donald.
Overall, a brilliant start. 10/10 Bethany Cox
Disney's most popular series, though not quite their best.
montagrappa15 September 2008
When I was a kid, it didn't get much better than Ducktales. I had every VHS tape & watched it whenever possible. No other Disney series could top it, although several did come close. But now, things have changed. It is now my 3rd favorite Disney show, but is still one of my absolute favorites though. The voice acting is still the best of any Disney show, aside from Gummi Bears. And the animation is still great. And the adventures are still exciting. In fact, everything is still great, just not as great as when I was a kid. But don't let that dismay you. The DVDs are still well worth your dough, though I would recommend buying my 3rd favorite Aladdin (Wait a minute, it's not on DVD yet! Okay, make that watching Aladdin), Chip N' Dale Rescue Rangers(my 2nd favorite Disney show), &/or (preferably and) my all-time favorite Disney show Gummi Bears. It's the best of the "great, but not as great as I remember it" genre[ for me, anyway ]. And I dare say a single episode of Huey, Dewey, & Louie helping Uncle Scrooge get back "me number one dime" from Magica DeSpell is better than all the original Disney shorts combined. BOTTOM LINE: 10/10 - 8th best cartoon ever
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