Kõige Suurem Sõber (partially found Estonian children's television series; 1982-1990)
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Status: Partially Found
'Kõige suurem sõber'(The Biggest Friend) is an Estonian childrens television series that was broadcast from 1982–1990. It is one of the most popular series in Estonia and a children’s icon.
Background
Kõige suurem sõber debuted on ETV in 1982. The show’s protagonist was a huge fluffy creature named Leopold alongside a cast of recurring characters. The show was written by Lilian Põldre, directed by Tiiu Vahi and the artist was Gunt Randl. Little is known about the episodes from 1982-1988 because they were completely lost. Most of the magnetic video tapes used for storage of the show have been recycled due to the perestroika-era deficits.
Notoriety
In early 2007, Ken Saan and others planned to create an disrespectfully parody series, "Täna Õhtul Leo Põld" (Tonight Leo Pold), using the characters of this show in adult themes. Many people considered it extremely disrespectful and objected in many ways. Although a few episodes were produced, the series was canceled before the pilot episode could air, which was scheduled for May 15, 2007. Another reason why the series was cancelled, was due to the death of Dan Põldroos, one of the main actors in the parody. In response to the controversy, the Estonian National Broadcasting decided to mark some of its most famous characters, including Kõige Suurem Sõber characters. The broadcast of the pilot episode was moved to 6 September 2007 at 22:05, but on 5 September 2007 Harju Maakohus issued a temporary injunction against the broadcast until ETV's copyright was infringed. In 29 January 2009, Harju Maakohus dismissed the application and overturned all the interim orders relating to it, ruling that the why plaintiff had not proved that the defendant was the producer of the show and therefore goes that the real defendant had already been sued.
Availability
A few Episodes are available in the ETV, DVD, and VHS archives.
The series is considered partially found.