About Frankelda's Book of Spooks

"Frankelda's Book of Spooks" is a Mexican anthology animated television series released in 2021. The series, developed by Cinematronic and Ánima, is comprised of various stories of horror and suspense. Each episode is a self-contained story, showcasing a unique horror tale narrated by the series' central character, Frankelda. Along with her dearest companions, the overstuffed black cat named Bubblegum and an armchair called Finursus, Frankelda dips into her magical book of spooks and narrates a new tale of terror and mystery in each episode.

Making / Production

The show was developed by Ánima, a Mexican animation studio known for works such as "Legend Quest" and "Las Leyendas". The series was painstakingly animated using a combination of 2D and 3D animation techniques, resulting in an engaging and dynamic visual style. The design work on the show was led by Mexican artist Gaby Zermeño, whose unique vision helped to create the series' distinctive look and feel.

Actors

• Verónica Castro as Frankelda:- Verónica Castro lends her voice to Frankelda, setting a tone of chilling suspense with her narration. Her performance creates an eerie, immersive atmosphere in every episode.
• Enrique San Francisco as Finursus:- Enrique San Francisco infuses Finursus with a distinctive personality, making him more than just a piece of furniture.
• Jaime Garza as Bubblegum:- Jaime Garza's portrayal of Bubblegum, the black cat, adds charm and warmth to the spooky narratives.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Frankelda's Book of Spooks" is considered as the first Mexican animated horror anthology series.
• Many of the tales narrated by Frankelda are based on popular Mexican folklore and superstitions.
• Verónica Castro, who voices Frankelda, is a well-known figure in Mexican cinema and television.

Quotes

• "Tell me what you fear, and I will tell you who you are..." - Frankelda
• "We're more frightened by what we can't see than what we can..." - Frankelda

Music, Soundtrack

• The series' memorable score was composed by Leoncio Lara. His music enhances the suspense and tension throughout each story.
• Among the most well-known tracks in the series is the atmospheric opening theme, setting the tone for the spooky narratives to follow.