C Bear and Jamal

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C Bear and Jamal, starring Tone Loc, the rapper who delivered the raucous, infectious tune Wild Thing to the masses in the early '90s, is a Fat Albert for the new millennium, with a few key updates. For starters, Jamal's gang isn't strictly African American, though he is. Instead, the crew of wisecracking, street-smart kids he knocks around with includes an Asian girl, a Hispanic boy, and a few interracial-looking characters. Also new is the moral mentor's incarnation: In place of a Bill Cosby-style narrator, this series has C Bear (played by the gravelly voiced Loc), a sarcastic stuffed bear who springs to life when no one else is around and steers Jamal in the right direction, not to mention keeps kids' attention with loose, lighthearted, mostly memorable rap numbers. For instance, on the DVD's nine episodes, C Bear helps Jamal conquer a case of class consciousness after a visit to his rich cousin, wear down a bully with words of kindness, recognize the sometimes painful consequences of too much truth-telling, and get in touch with the benefits of being himself when making friends.

C Bear and Jamal's messages are most accessible to kids 7-12; they'll also appreciate the cartoon's quirkily drawn characters (Jamal's grandparents are especially well crafted) and offbeat, slang-heavy banter. Parents, on the other hand--especially parents who were Fat Albert fans as kids--will love the parallels to the old-school show and the constant good-conscience reinforcements. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Animated Ton-Loc.......2002-05-31

C-Bear and Jamal is a great miniseries for kids of all backgrounds. It explores the world of Jamal, the son of a single father who experiences adventures thanks to his little buddy, a magical stuffed bear named C-Bear. My children enjoy watching the cartoons that feature the imagination and voice of former rapper, Ton-Loc. His raspy voice 'keeps it real' with urban lingo and humor. The issues are appropriate for children of all ages. The downside of the series is that it has to end. I guess that C-Bear and Jamal was destined to be short-lived because no boy can grow up to be a man toting a stuffed bear around. However, while Jamal grows up, it is fun and entertaining to watch the two's excursions into school and playground life.

C-Bear and Jamal Delivers!.......1999-12-17

C-Bear and Jamal is a great video. My children loves watching this video over and over again. I like the way C-Bear helps Jamal solve his problems and by doing so teaches him "Lessons in Life"! Very up to date and intelligently put together. I'm buying this video for my children and another for my niece. Please start the next video. Your fans are waiting!

THIS BOOK HAS FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SO EVEYONE LIKES IT.......1999-02-15

THIS MOVIE WAS GREAT. IT WAS A FUNNY AND NICE VIDIO.IT EVEN HAD MORE EPISODES THEN OTHER VIDIOS. IT WOULD BE GOOD FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

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