"Postman Pat" (English: "Postman Pat") is a British animated series for children, which debuted in 1981. It tells the story of the adventures of Pat Clifton, a letter carrier working in the fictional town of Greendale. Pat delivers letters and packages every day, and helps the townspeople in various situations. The series is beloved by children around the world and has become a classic production for the youngest viewers.
Letter carrier Pat's Coloring Book
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The plot: The series focuses on the adventures of Pat Clifton, a letter carrier working in the small town of Greendale. Pat delivers letters, packages and other parcels to the townspeople every day. In the course of his deliveries, Pat often encounters various situations and problems, which he and his black cat Jess try to solve.
Characters: The main character is Pat Clifton, a friendly and helpful letter carrier. The town of Greendale is home to many other colorful characters, such as Mrs. Goggins, a postal worker, as well as children and adults with whom Pat develops friendly relationships.
Animation Style: "Postman Pat" is distinguished by its distinctive animation style, which combines classic animated drawings with three-dimensional elements. This gives the series a unique look that attracts children's attention.
Educational Aspect: The series not only provides entertainment, but also educates children about everyday life, cooperation, friendship and responsibility. Each episode brings a new lesson, and the problems Pat faces always end with a positive solution.
Popularity and Length of Duration: "Postman Pat" is extremely popular in the UK and around the world. The series lasted for many years and lived to see various adaptations, including feature films and new seasons.
Legacy: "Postman Pat" has become a classic for children and their parents. Many viewers have a sentimental connection to him from their childhood days. The character of Pat is also present in books, games and other media.
Trivia
- First Appearance: "Postman Pat" debuted in 1981 as a series of children's books written by John Cunliffe, before becoming a popular animated series.
- Inspiration for the Character: The character of Pat Clifton was inspired by a real-life letter carrier who worked in the county of Cumbria, England. John Cunliffe met him during his visits to the region.
- Increase in Popularity: The series has gained enormous popularity, and the theme song of "Postman Pat" has become a well-recognized tune for many children and parents.
- Controversy in the United States: In the United States, some episodes of "Postman Pat" have been edited due to concerns that depicting rural life and the lack of modern technology may not be suitable for American audiences.
- Famous Voices: In the British language version, Pat Clifton was voiced by Ken Barrie, who also sang the theme song. He is one of the few characters whose voice and singing were the same.
- Note For Collectors: Collectors of "Postman Pat" figures can enjoy owning limited and rare models that have become objects of desire in the collecting community.
- Working on Animation: The series' creators worked on the animation in a special studio, where a combination of traditional animated drawings and 3D animation was used.
- Approaching British Life: The series carefully reflects British rural life and daily customs. Many characters and situations are related to British culture.
- Nightmare on Greendale: One episode of "Postman Pat" titled "Nightmare on Greendale" features elements reminiscent of the classic novel "1984" by George Orwell.
- Childhood Sentiment: For many people, "Postman Pat" is a symbol of their childhood. Viewers who watched the series as children can now share it with their own children, creating a family tradition of viewing.