Mother Goose: A Rappin' & Rhymin' Special: Happily Ever After (HBO)

About Mother Goose: A Rappin' & Rhymin' Special: Happily Ever After (HBO)

"Mother Goose: A Rappin' & Rhymin' Special" is a captivating children's movie that was aired in 1997 on HBO. This engaging flick breathes new life into the age-old nursery rhymes by presenting them in a hip-hop style. The story revolves around a magical book of Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes that transported three children into the enchanting world of fairy tales, where all the lyrical characters came to life.

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Michael Sporn and Morton Schindel for HBO network. It was directed by Michael Sporn. The innovative rap-infused rhymes were written by Christopher Cerf, Sarah Durkee, and Norman Styles integrating a modern touch to the classic tales.

Actors

• Cheech Marin played the part of Hip Hop Humpty Dumpty. His spirited performance and impeccable comedic timing never failed to entertain the audience.
• Whoopi Goldberg lent her voice to Mother Goose. Her soothing, motherly voice added a unique appeal to the character.
• Cyndi Lauper voices the character of Mary (from Mary's Little Lamb). Her bright and energetic performance brought the character to life.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was a clever fusion of traditional nursery rhymes and contemporary rap music, creating a fresh and entertaining experience for the younger audiences.
• It was one of the few children's movies at the time to introduce the concept of rap to kids.
• Even 20 years after its premiere, it remains a popular pick among educators for teaching rhymes to children in a fun and dynamic way.

Quotes

• "Let's get down, let's get loose, with the stories of Mother Goose!" - Mother Goose
• "Yo, yo, yo, it's off to work we go!" - The Seven Dwarfs
• "Hush, little baby, don't you weep. Mama's got a rhyme to put you to sleep." - Mother Goose

Music, Soundtrack

• "Mother Goose Rap" - Interweaving the essence of hip hop and rhymes, the title track sets the right tone for the movie.
• "Hip Hop Humpty Dumpty" - An energetic rap tune that adds a hilarious twist to the tale of Humpty Dumpty, performed by Cheech Marin.
• "Mary's Little Lamb Hip Hop Remix" - A modern rendition of the classic nursery rhyme, sung by Cyndi Lauper.

Please note, the movie didn't win any awards. However, it has been cherished by numerous children and educators over the years for its entertaining and educational value.