Matylda Swan
It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties.
thatoneguy-61538
So everyone knows the feeling of watching something as a child and loving it, than going back to it when you're older and thinking "that was the worst show of all time, I'm now disappointed in myself for ever liking that." Not this show though. I watched every episode when it first came out and I loved it, actually I was obsessed with it. And very recently the blue ray version came out which I bought immediately, but I was worried, "would this be as good as I remembered?" And luckily the answer is yes. I enjoyed it more than when I first watched it. I was able to take in more of the beautiful artwork, the wonderfully designed and explained characters, and all of the phenomenal storytelling. There is so much character development that you almost feel like you know the characters (which is great until you finish the show because then you are a bit bummed). There was a quote by someone (I forgot whom it is from) that goes,"you know you've read a good book when you turn the last page and feel a little as if you have lost a friend." Well that's how it is for this show. I loved it then and I love it now. Whoever you are, I encourage you to watch this show, as it really is one of the best shows out there, for children, teens, and adults alike.
turleyliamanders
Avatar: The Last Airbender is a TV series I've been watching since I was nine or ten years old. When I first saw it, I was primarily interested in the goofy characters, the imaginative bending, and the progressing storyline. I hadn't developed a sense of great insight, but I nevertheless enjoyed it thoroughly, like how cartoons should be. This is what I love about the show: it can be an in-depth, character-developing and world-building story, but also a funny, visually entertaining and magical cartoon. I rewatched it a few years later, and my eyes were suddenly opened to a new world. I appreciated the character's genuine and original personalities, the inventive creatures, the tone that constantly switches between light and dark, the magnificent voice acting, the clever jokes and ultimately, the best part about the series: the character development. This isn't a cartoon like Spongebob where you can turn on an episode and don't need any context to understand what's happening; this show has an actual story. Each episode is a great chapter in a vast story. (And don't get me wrong, Spongebob is a wonderful show as well). As the story goes on, you see how the characters react to situations they're put into. This show forgets nothing-they can always relate back to previous experiences which influence the characters' current situation. Some of their reactions may be exciting, boring, disappointing, or even completely surprising. But the amazing thing about it is this-each and every one of the reactions and decisions made by the characters are completely realistic. These characters are completely human, particularly Zuko, my favorite character. He, specifically goes through several challenges and comes out of them in ways that you'd never expect. The animation is visually appealing, but surely not perfect. However, with the state of technology the show was in as it was made, it did very well for its circumstances. And you can bet I'm thrilled to getting the Blu-Ray when it released next week. The music is absolutely fantastic. It is touching, layered, thoughtful, and beautifully crafted. The ending music piece (titled, Peace, actually) is something I can always turn on and suddenly feel serenity, wherever I am. The humor is clever and distributed in many different ways among many different characters. It's constant, and absolutely laughable. Without the humor, this show would be completely different. It is critical in this series for it to work. Avatar: The Last Airbender has some of the most layered and entertaining characters, some of the most dazzling drawings and designs, some of the most surprising and jaw-dropping events, and some of the most touching moments I've ever had the incredible delight of viewing. If you have not seen this series, you're not doing yourself any favors by not watching it. And if you're not interested because you think it's anime, it's not. It's a Nick cartoon with mere Japanese-like style and setting. The biggest problem I have with the show is that I'm beginning to be bored with it a little bit; only because I've watched it about a million times. But it doesn't matter, because it's just simply amazing.
