I remember seeing the video that contains the whole series of Trap Door in my recommendation on YouTube. Yet, I was a bit hesitant for a while until months later. That's when I finally decided to watch it. Now, I was only having it as a background while working on my art project admittedly. So, I wasn't paying as much attention to it initially. However, I started to focus more on the show when I took a break. And, I have to say. I do find it relatively interesting, which made me want to finish it eventually.
I mainly like this whole stop-motion animation. I haven't watched that type of show in a longtime (probably since Robot Chicken). Not only has it animated each character in the scene. But, they also animated objects/smaller creatures in the background. I thought some of the characters were charming enough to have a connection towards as a viewer. Yet, they decided to deliver us some of the most highly detailed animation I've ever seen. And, that is impressive! It's also something that I miss seeing. Nowadays, we mainly see CGI/animation in movies/shows. We still have 2D animations, which is good for the most part. But, we don't get stop motion type of shows anymore.
With that rant aside, I also do like each of the character designs despite their simplicity. The color choice and their overall shape pretty much made them identical and somehow iconic. Additionally, the concept behind a mysterious and horror type of story made this whole journey fascinating from start to finish. Though, I do wish that the show would have kept going after the second season because I felt like it had potential. I think it could have been more developed in the story and characters and continued in their legacy through time. There's probably a reason for the show to be cut short. Who knows?
But, what I do know is how much I have gotten appreciation out of this. Sure, it's not perfect, but from what it is, it's actually fun and an enjoyable type of show. I believe it's one of those shows where everyone should at least give it a try once in their lifetime. I would hate for it to be forgotten.
