Mr. Freeman
Encyclopedia
Mr. Freeman is an animated web series
named after its main character. The series appeared on YouTube
on September 21, 2009 and got considerable popularity
in Runet
. The main content of the series is monologue
s which in a harsh manner criticize
the lifestyle of modern everyman. As of November 11, 2011 there are 17 episodes published. The total number of views is more than 20 million.
The earliest five episodes were dubbed by the Russian actor Vadim Demchog. On November 14, 2010 Demchog officially announced his immediate relation to the project. After that, the production of new episodes temporarily ceased, but on January 11, 2011 a new video was released. Since the episode "Me?" Vadim Demchog dubs the series again.
It is also known that an animator Pavel Muntyan worked on the first series.
A possible prototype of the series is believed to be the main character of "Franky-show", broadcast from 2003 to 2011 on the Silver Rain Radio
, which is also dubbed by exactly Vadim Demchog, and the script writer of some episodes is Pavel Muntyan. Many episodes of the program have been transferred to the cartoon, for example, the text of the ending of the episode "Franky-show. Cicciolina" is almost completely identical to the third episode of Mr. Freeman's "Part 03. Will Sell Myself Expensive".
s and hints. For example, Freeman may appear as a shape
containing the stereotypical traits of some specific individuals or social groups (for example, while saying "I've placed everything under my will", Freeman is standing on a pedestal in a cap-cornered hat, holding his hand at the chest level). There are also hidden frames in the series, which contain elements of a larger image. In addition, there are details, insignificant at first glance, such as numbers 21.12.12 into which the ECG transforms in the first episode, which are the estimated date of completion of the current era according to the Maya calendar
. These and many other details nourish many versions about the identity of Freeman and his goals.
and Ukrainian
languages. Who dubbed cartoon in those language versions is unknown.
Web series
A web series is a series of episodes released on the Internet or also by mobile or cellular phone, and part of the newly emerging medium called web television. A single instance of a web series program is called an episode .While the popularity of web series is continuing to rise, the concept...
named after its main character. The series appeared on YouTube
YouTube
YouTube is a video-sharing website, created by three former PayPal employees in February 2005, on which users can upload, view and share videos....
on September 21, 2009 and got considerable popularity
Popularity
Popularity is the quality of being well-liked or common, or having a high social status. Popularity figures are an important part of many people's personal value systems and form a vital component of success in people-oriented fields such as management, politics, and entertainment, among...
in Runet
Runet
Currently Internet access in Russia is available to businesses and home users in various forms, including dial-up, cable, DSL, FTTH, mobile, wireless and satellite...
. The main content of the series is monologue
Monologue
In theatre, a monologue is a speech presented by a single character, most often to express their thoughts aloud, though sometimes also to directly address another character or the audience. Monologues are common across the range of dramatic media...
s which in a harsh manner criticize
Criticism
Criticism is the judgement of the merits and faults of the work or actions of an individual or group by another . To criticize does not necessarily imply to find fault, but the word is often taken to mean the simple expression of an objection against prejudice, or a disapproval.Another meaning of...
the lifestyle of modern everyman. As of November 11, 2011 there are 17 episodes published. The total number of views is more than 20 million.
The earliest five episodes were dubbed by the Russian actor Vadim Demchog. On November 14, 2010 Demchog officially announced his immediate relation to the project. After that, the production of new episodes temporarily ceased, but on January 11, 2011 a new video was released. Since the episode "Me?" Vadim Demchog dubs the series again.
It is also known that an animator Pavel Muntyan worked on the first series.
A possible prototype of the series is believed to be the main character of "Franky-show", broadcast from 2003 to 2011 on the Silver Rain Radio
Silver Rain Radio
Silver Rain Radio is a Russian FM radio station since July 4, 1995. Radio frequency in Russia - 100,1 FM. Initiator of the Silver Galosh Award for the most dubious achievements in show business every year. This prise awarded at the congress-hall of Radisson-Slavyanskaya hotel. Is known to be the...
, which is also dubbed by exactly Vadim Demchog, and the script writer of some episodes is Pavel Muntyan. Many episodes of the program have been transferred to the cartoon, for example, the text of the ending of the episode "Franky-show. Cicciolina" is almost completely identical to the third episode of Mr. Freeman's "Part 03. Will Sell Myself Expensive".
General synopsis and subject
The animated series contains many symbolSymbol
A symbol is something which represents an idea, a physical entity or a process but is distinct from it. The purpose of a symbol is to communicate meaning. For example, a red octagon may be a symbol for "STOP". On a map, a picture of a tent might represent a campsite. Numerals are symbols for...
s and hints. For example, Freeman may appear as a shape
Human physical appearance
Human physical appearance refers to the outward phenotype or look of human beings. There are infinite variations in human phenotypes, though society reduces the variability to distinct categories...
containing the stereotypical traits of some specific individuals or social groups (for example, while saying "I've placed everything under my will", Freeman is standing on a pedestal in a cap-cornered hat, holding his hand at the chest level). There are also hidden frames in the series, which contain elements of a larger image. In addition, there are details, insignificant at first glance, such as numbers 21.12.12 into which the ECG transforms in the first episode, which are the estimated date of completion of the current era according to the Maya calendar
Maya calendar
The Maya calendar is a system of calendars and almanacs used in the Maya civilization of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, and in many modern Maya communities in highland Guatemala. and in Chiapas....
. These and many other details nourish many versions about the identity of Freeman and his goals.
Dubbing
Within the end of 2010 and early 2011 translations of two episodes of the animated series appeared on the Internet, in the EnglishEnglish language
English is a West Germanic language that arose in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England and spread into what was to become south-east Scotland under the influence of the Anglian medieval kingdom of Northumbria...
and Ukrainian
Ukrainian language
Ukrainian is a language of the East Slavic subgroup of the Slavic languages. It is the official state language of Ukraine. Written Ukrainian uses a variant of the Cyrillic alphabet....
languages. Who dubbed cartoon in those language versions is unknown.
List of episodes
| Part # | Date | Original title (in Russian) | Translated title | Subtitles available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | September 21, 2009 | Появление | Appearancetaglined as Are you sure who you are and that you exist? (А ты уверен в том, кто ты такой, и что ты существуешь?) at YouTube | English, German, Greek, Hebrew |
| 64 | October 6, 2009 | Онанизм | Masturbationtaglined as Anywhere and anytime... (Где угодно и когда угодно...) at YouTube | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 63 | October 21, 2009 | Ты слишком блондин! | You Are Too Blond! | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 3 | November 17, 2009 | Продамся дорого | Will Sell Myself Expensive | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 4 | December 20, 2009 | Мясоеды | Meat-eaterstaglined as "Cease, cows, life is short" (c) GGM ("Плодитесь, коровы, жизнь коротка" (с) ГГМ) at YouTube | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 5 | December 30, 2009 | Новый год? | New Year? | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 6 | February 15, 2010 | Я — с большой буквы | "I" Is Spelt with a Capital Letter | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 58 | February 27, 2010 | Что стало с твоей мечтой? | What Happened to Your Dream? | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 57 | March 22, 2010 | Что из себя представляют твои знания? | What Is Your Knowledge? | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 49 | March 30, 2010 | Дорога возникает под шагами идущего | Road Appears under the Steps of the Walking Onetaglined as Deep immersion. Let's start... (Глубокое погружение. Итак, начнем...) at YouTube | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 24 | July 7, 2010 | Что есть ваш бог? | What Is Your God? | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 32 | September 20, 2010 | Раз в тысячу лет | Once in One Thousand Years | English, Greek, Hebrew |
| 0 | December 8, 2010 | Английская версия | English versionEnglish dubbing | None |
| 40 | January 11, 2011 | Здравствуй, социальная шизофрения! | Welcome to the Social Schizophrenia! | English, Hebrew |
| 48 | January 31, 2011 | Я? | Me? | English, Hebrew |
| 9 | June 28, 2011 | И чо? | So What? | English, Greek |
| 1 | October 11, 2011 | Открытое письмо Президенту | An Open Letter to the President | None |
| 2 | November 10, 2011 | Игроки | Gamblerstaglined as Are you a gambler? (А ты игрок?) at YouTube | None |
MF15
| Part # | Date | Original title (in Russian) | Translated title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15-001 | August 2, 2011 | Какая валюта самая главная? | What currency is the most important? |
| 15-823 | August 9, 2011 | А кто ты на самом деле? | Who are you in fact? |
| 15-821 | August 16, 2011 | Кто из вас никогда не брал чужого? | Which of you have never taken someone's else? |
| 15-809 | August 23, 2011 | А ты замечаешь перемены? | Do you see the changes? |
| 15-811 | August 30, 2011 | А ты мне веришь? | Do you trust me? |
| 15-797 | September 6, 2011 | Осознание своего рабства — первый шаг к свободе! | Recognition of own slavery is the first step towards freedom! |
| 15-019 | September 13, 2011 | Проведём эксперимент? | Let's run an experiment? |
| 15-029 | September 20, 2011 | А вы рожать собираетесь? | Are you going to give birth? |
| 15-313 | September 27, 2011 | А чем балуешься ты? | What do you indulge in? |
| 15-031 | October 4, 2011 | А ты хочешь чтобы Я стал богатым? | Do you want me to become rich? |
Awards
- On April 15, 2010 in BerlinBerlinBerlin is the capital city of Germany and is one of the 16 states of Germany. With a population of 3.45 million people, Berlin is Germany's largest city. It is the second most populous city proper and the seventh most populous urban area in the European Union...
at the international Weblog competition The Best of BlogsThe BOBs (weblog award)The BOBs – Best of the Blogs - is the world’s largest international Weblog competition. Founded in 2004 and sponsored by Deutsche Welle, the German International Broadcasting Service....
the blog "Mr. Freeman" was voted Best Videoblog.
Facts
- Each episode is numbered, but the numbers are not in consecutive order. It is noteworthy that initially the episodes were released twice a month (on the 6th and the 21st), but now they are published once at the end of the month. At this rate, it is thus safe to assume that the identity of Mr. Freeman will be revealed on December 21, 2012, if there are 64 clips in total.
- All episodes except for Part 0 have two identical frames containing a hidden piece of some puzzle.
- On March 31, 2011 at 18:30 on the official site a video "Walking on by" appeared, in which Mr. Freeman rips the heart out of Mirax Plaza and takes it himself. At the same time the company Mirax turned off a 10-meter heart, which had been beating in that building for two years as an advertising campaign of Mirax "The heart of the city."
Speeches
- May 31, 2010 in MoscowMoscowMoscow is the capital, the most populous city, and the most populous federal subject of Russia. The city is a major political, economic, cultural, scientific, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia and the continent...
took premiere of part 49 at 3, Bolotnaya naberezhnaya, with the support of «Cyberbrothers». http://cyberbrothers.tv/news/22 - On June 15, 2010 Mr. Freeman appeared on the television. Episodes are broadcast on channel 2x22x22x2 may refer to:* two inch by two inch dimensional lumber* 2x2 , Russian television station* 2x2 , Ukraine web studio* 2 X 2, a Milli Vanilli album...
every Monday and Friday at midnight. - On June 23, 2010 at the 17th transpersonalTranspersonal psychologyTranspersonal psychology is a form of psychology that studies the transpersonal, self-transcendent or spiritual aspects of the human experience....
congress a welcoming performance was organized for members of the congress by Mr.Freeman.