I grew up with the little house on the prairie. It was a highlight every Sunday on television. A program for the whole family. The series offers something for all ages, and the theme engaged. Many years later, I discovered that the series is now being repeated on channel, and I wanted to see it again.
The series is still worth seeing. It is a wonderful break from the hustle and bustle of today. What strikes me is that the creators of the series did not let themselves be deterred by daring to address demanding topics, about death, loss, grief, financial problems, poverty, bullying and jealousy. I think part of the key to the series' great success lies precisely in the ability to dare to challenge viewers with difficult topics. Family entertainment is often very predictable, with little demanding content.
Another thing that is also clear with the reunion is how complete the series is created. We feel like we're really in the country, in the 1880s. All credit to this series, which I think many underestimated the importance of. I saw an interview recently with Karen Grassle (ma Ingalls). She said that people still come and thank her for the series. They say that the series meant a lot to them. It shows that unlike much other television entertainment, this one managed to reach out and in to the viewers with its message, with a content meant a lot to many. That must be the best legacy a movie or TV series can get, right?
Review of Little House on the Prairie
