cartoons

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

An illustration of a variety of characters from popular '90s cartoons.

The Best Cartoons of the ’90s-2000s

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

A look back on the golden age of animated TV shows.…

December 22, 2023

Avatar: The Last Airbender Live-Action Remake Has a Lot To Live Up To

Ava Coates, Emory University

 The beloved Nickelodeon cartoon has held fame for decades, with fans proclaiming it one of the  best shows ever made. The 2024 live-action film has some big shoes to fill.…

July 28, 2023

Cartoon Network Has Had a Rocky Road to the Top

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The channel is dominating the world of young adult animation, but getting there wasn't child’s play.…

April 23, 2022

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Lisa Simpson Is the Hero Everybody Needs

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

Although unassuming, she is a figure of comfort, encouragement and confidence. She also displays a steady resilience of character throughout the duration of the series.…

March 23, 2022

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After a Brief Cancelation, ‘The Owl House’ Has Risen From the Ashes

Rebecca Trevathan, University of Texas at Austin

While the show was missed, particularly for its excellent LGBTQ+ representation, fans will get the chance to catch up with their favorite characters shortly.…

March 15, 2022

Will the New Live-Action ‘Avatar’ Series Be Any Good?

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Fans definitely have some mixed feelings about the Netflix remake of this beloved cartoon — and rightfully so.…

September 15, 2021

Why ‘Bee and PuppyCat’ Should Be Your New Favorite Cartoon

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

Join Bee and her adorable yet mysterious companion as they embark on an exhilarating space adventure.…

May 25, 2021

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5 2000s Cartoon Shows That Should Not Have Been Canceled

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

These shows ended suddenly at the height of their development or else hastily wrapped up their storylines, leaving viewers with questions about their favorite characters that still remain unanswered.…

May 2, 2021

The Legacy of ‘Naruto’ Lives On in the ‘Boruto’ Manga

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

Fans hoped they could continue the story of the legendary ninja in the anime that follows his son. But only the manga can do this ninja family justice.…

July 28, 2020