Videotape/The True Bride is the eighth episode of The Jim Henson Hour.
MuppeTelevision: Muppet Central's band, Solid Foam, show off their music video...that was simulated by computers. Gonzo then leaves a recorded image of himself for Kermit to deal with.
The True Bride: This segment of The Storyteller features young lady named Anja, who is enslaved to a cruel troll. When a mystical lion frees Anja, the lass must then contend with the troll's daughter, who has stolen Anja's love.
Videotape has examples of
- The Tape Knew You Would Say That: Gonzo leaves a pre-recorded version of himself for Kermit, which accurately predicts everything Kermit can say and do.
The True Bride has examples of
- Abusive Parents: The troll, full stop. He gives Anja impossible tasks and beats her with a "contradiction stick" when she fails or talks back.
- Rule of Three: It takes Anja three tries to reach her lost groom.
