adult animation

Animation vs Cartoons: A Love Letter To An Unjustifiably Underappreciated Artform

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

Here's why we should appreciate the diversity and magic of animated storytelling medium more than we currently do.…

March 15, 2024

The image, which is split into two sides, displays the characters of 'South Park' on the left and the characters of 'Family Guy' on the right.

Family Guy vs. South Park: Which One Is Better?

These award-winning TV shows have attracted devout fanbases thanks to their humor, celebrity cameos, and social critiques.…

August 30, 2023

In an article about the irreverent animated series "South Park," an image of the series' cast surrounded by caution tape reading "controversy."

‘South Park’ and the Art of Not Caring

Dominic Catalano, Arizona State University

This notoriously irreverent series is unstoppable in its brutally pointed and cancellable satire.…

August 18, 2023

In an article about animator Ralph Bakshi three hobbits from 'Lord of the Rings' hide from a Nazgûl.

The Secret History of Ralph Bakshi — Adult Animation’s Godfather

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

This artist thrived on controversy; he built his film legacy on all things radical and risqué.…

February 25, 2023

In an article about adult animation, a screencap from 'Bojack Horseman'

Adult Animation is Trying to be Taken More Seriously

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

Animation is often regarded as for kids, so what makes adult animation different? And how is it evolving as a medium?…

November 15, 2022

A still from Netflix original "Big Mouth," featuring two characters singing together.

‘Big Mouth’ Season 5 Bites Off More Than It Can Chew

Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The raunchy and controversial animated Netflix series prioritizes worldbuilding in preparation for a new spinoff rather than its own characters' development.…

November 30, 2021

A screenshot of Rick in 'Rick and Morty'

‘Rick and Morty’ Shows the Perils of Idolizing Fictional Characters

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

As with this popular adult TV show, it has become a trend for people to look up to various imaginary personalities who exhibit blatantly negative traits.…

July 18, 2021

‘Tuca & Bertie’ Mixes Raunchy Humor and Nuanced Insights Into Female Friendships

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The former Netflix Original (and now Adult Swim) animated comedy has been renewed for a second season coming this June, and it’s a must for your summer watchlist.…

June 1, 2021

What 'Samurai Jack' Could Represent for Adult Animation’s Future

What ‘Samurai Jack’ Could Mean for the Future of Adult Animation

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The acclaimed show, which is again hauling in the accolades, begs the question: Why are there so few mature, animated series?…

April 5, 2017

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