South Park’s Pandemic Special Will Infect Comedy Central

Disclaimer:
This is an analysis of a trailer for a television special that is highly likely to satirise the effects of society during the COVID-19 pandemic. Reader discretion is advised, along with a strong recommendation to show kindness and compassion to those in desperate need.
 
The effects of the coronavirus pandemic have imprisoned us in fear, alienation and uncertainty, making 2020 a very difficult year to live in [8] [10] [27]. Aside from how we have to succumb to certain circumstances to save lives, there have been numerous coping mechanisms to keep mental health in check, including autonomous sensory meridian response [34], how a certain merc with a mouth from Marvel had his perspective featured by yours truly and the epic celebration of Mario’s 35th anniversary [36] [37] [38] [39] [40]. Recently, it has been discovered that another way to…somewhat cope in such a difficult year is the forthcoming one-hour special of South Park that will premiere on the 30th of September on Comedy Central [6] [22]. After all these years, the show has managed to somewhat remain fresh for twenty-three seasons [15], despite a few less than assuming or just downright unpleasant moments, as well as numerous controversies that resulted in huge consequences [11] [12] [23] [31] [32]. Considering how it has been on the air since 1997 after its two short predecessors from 1992 and 1995 [15] [17] [24] [25], it seems like there is no sign of the show dying as if it was Kenny McCormick [33]. Screw you, 2020! I shall analyse the premise of a new season premiere!

Could this be another coping mechanism in such a difficult year? Let us analyse what has been revealed in the announcement trailer and make our own predictions. [6] [22]

The prime plot of the forthcoming special is obviously about the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, as firstly hinted by Randy Marsh [6] [22]. Previously, we have discovered that he and his family moved to a weed farm [4] [5] [20], so he may be up to a new business scheme in the upcoming special. I think he and Sharon might end up on the rocks as she calls him “a child” in his car. As much as I want TikTok to be banned in the near future for how part of its community have encouraged impressionable people to follow risky and disgracefully offensive trends, such as the Autism Challenge and Skull-Breaker Challenge [2] [7] [35], I would not be surprised if there will be a side plot of any residents of South Park doing a challenge that is as shocking as any of those trends since I have been questioning their stupidity ever since I have gotten into South Park. We are all aware of how intelligently the writers of South Park have been handled a variety of issues in a satirical manner throughout the years, so I believe that the South Park interpretation of the coronavirus pandemic can be written quite exceptionally to some degree.

Of course, there just had to be a reference to the period of many people having to stay at home [8]. [6] [22]

There also seems to be a side plot involving the fourth-graders, including the four main characters [6] [22]. Cartman can complain about having to go back to school all he wants, but Kyle is in the right to try and keep his distance from him and order him to leave his house. We also see some of the students of South Park Elementary at class, but with a twist. They are wearing face masks at their desks that are at least two metres apart from each other. But oddly enough, the standards are kind of exaggerated as their desks provide layers of glass surrounding them. Detective Harris is shown to be their new teacher, which seems like an opportunity for some new character development from him. Other than the classroom scene, I still would not be surprised if there ought to be scenes of any South Park residents performing a dangerous stunt encouraged by a parody of TikTok at some point in the forthcoming special or in another episode that will air after its premiere [19] [30]. How can the other children besides Cartman and Kyle cope in such an unnerving time [6] [22], even if Butters could be at risk of getting grounded…again [33]?

Besides a poster on the wall that makes the upcoming special so 2020, this particular part of the trailer could lead to curiosity from the viewers. Could Detective Harris nail a new temporary job? [6] [22]

Any signs of humour and more conflict in the trailer? I think Sharon Marsh broke the fourth wall without realising it as she questions the title of her husband’s tactic just before the announcer the title [6] [22]. Since there was already a pandemic in South Park during its seventh season [16], there might as well be some small rehashes of the humour within the conflict of “Red Man’s Greed” [9] [29]. Additionally, I suppose one scene might as well somewhat recycle a specific joke regarding buying a Mr. Hankey load of toilet paper from the third episode of the seventh season that was titled “Toilet Paper” [28]. I also believe that there might be a scene of several Canadians [33], such as Terrance and Phillip in quarantine [19]. Of course, we can expect Kenny to die during the pandemic at some point [33], but there ought to be at least some more ironic moments of irony. Other than a few theories of how the rest of the loveable cast will spend their time during the coronavirus pandemic, I know how Wendy Testaburger felt when she asked if things were getting worse and worse in the eighth episode of the twenty-first season [3].

I honestly do not blame Sharon. Labelling a business tactic as a “pandemic special” sounds in poor taste, especially when people are living in fear. Well, unless it is a South Park episode. [6] [22]

Even though I doubt that I can stand living in this dangerous and devastating start of a new decade any longer [8] [14], I would be more than interested in watching South Park’s Pandemic Special with my significant other at some point in late 2020 or later as a fan of the cartoon that has come a long way since its two short Christmas specials [17] [24] [25]. I am sure that he and I will not find the overall outcome tasteless [41] [42], as long as it will provide outstanding writing and rather interesting takes on the characters’ portrayals when it comes to satirising the effects of society during the COVID-19 pandemic. On the other hand, could it count as part of a second edition of Josh Strider’s list of Darkest South Park episodes [23]? Or could it help us learn something after its conclusion? In the time of the new iPad Air that comes in a stylish shade of black, a snowy shade of white and the colours of the Powerpuff Girls is being marketed [1] [26], fans of animation for adults are more than ready to (virtually) come on down to South Park and leave their woes behind to behold the beginning of a twenty-fourth season [15] [21].

I remember complaining about references to having to follow certain circumstances to prevent spreading coronavirus being shown in an episode of My Little Pony: Pony Life and how it can potentially increase anxiety [41] [42], but can the forthcoming one hour special of South Park’s current era provide a valid commentary on how society has been affected by the pandemic? We shall find out soon. [6] [22]

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Some More Sweet Moments With Hello Kitty

Hello again, fellow kitties! It has been almost two months since I was cuted out by the first three episodes of Sweet Moments With Hello Kitty and declared it to be “The Cutest Cartoon Of 2020” [42] [43]. Despite how I reviewed it positively, I am aware that some of us may prefer any of the previous Hello Kitty cartoons [40], such as Hello Kitty’s Paradise [28]. Throughout August and early September in the second half of 2020, six more animated shorts have been uploaded onto the loveable feline’s official YouTube channel to further expand on the series [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18]. To go alongside with the new episodes is an amazing exhibit of a colourful floral display of Kitty White at Bellagio Conservatory and Botanic Garden in honour of the 60^th anniversary of Sanrio [1] [3] [9] [10] [25] [36]. Speaking of anniversary, I do not doubt that many fellow kitties have enjoyed celebrating her 45^th anniversary last year [30], especially on the 1^st of November [21]. With a fondness of kawaii artwork [41], I shall analyse each innocent premise of the new webisodes of Sweet Moments With Hello Kitty, as well as a bewildering rumour about the identity of the adorable white-furred fashion icon who apparently weighs no more than three apples [21].

Bring on the kawaii! [14]

Previously, we have discussed how the new art style gives the series some individuality and makes it seem refreshing yet faithful to how Hello Kitty has always been known for her childlike innocent with suitable aspects [42] [43]. The colouring is still choppy enough to resemble amateur traditional colouring on paper, but not too choppy or saturated to assure passable art quality. While most of the colouring is quite vibrant, I think there could have been a little more light blue colouring for the water in the dumpling-shaped fishbowl in “Sweet Dreams” [17]. Apart from that, there is a new aspect of the animation that further expands on carefully selected elements in that episode. When Kitty turns off her table lamp and attempts to go to sleep, there is a pale purple filter that consumes the entirety of the shot as a sign of her bedroom being completely dark, yet it remains useful as we can still see think black outlines and coloured aspects standing out from it. Aside from the adorably designed coins in Kitty’s purse from “Small Treat, Big Smile”, I still appreciate the series for providing a fresh new look for Kitty’s life in such a difficult year [27].

The backgrounds may be simplistic and lacking in colour like the art style of the asdfmovie series [31] [32] [33] [34], but at least they help Kitty and the things she interacts with stand out excellently. [15]

As for the purple filter that represents darkness in Sweet Moments With Hello Kitty, it shows Plumbers Don’t Wear Ties how it is done [35]. [17]

Let us discuss the short and simple plots of some of the new batch of webisodes fresh from the oven. It was rather amusing how Kitty was bothered by a bee who was seemingly trying to get a taste of her pie in “Bee Kind” [13]. Get it? “Bee” kind? Because later on during a picnic, she eventually replaces one of the red flowers in the vase with a chunk of pie on a spoon in the name of tolerance. I like how the plot of “Small Treat, Big Smile” consists of one moment of irony and quite an adorable twist that is basically Kitty expressing love with red hearts to finally get the pink ball she wanted from the toy vending machine [16]. “The Bow” would have to be my favourite webisode as I love how the tension of Kitty struggling to decide what to wear built up to a familiar red bow that is made out of two hearts and drawn almost exactly like how it looks in her usual nostalgic design [18]. Even though the other kitties, such as Mimmy White are still absent [19] [20] [22] [24], there can still be some hope of any of them appearing in possibly a second season.

The series continues to follow the “slice of life” genre and provide fairly realistic scenarios, making Kitty seem rather relatable to old and new fans. [13]

Despite the series’ focus on Kitty living a normal and fairly modern life, an amount of realism gets ditched when the solution to a problem is simply thinking happily. [16]

What about the plots of the other webisodes with simplistic but welcoming titles? After seeing the resolution of “Heart Of Gold” [14], I believe I ought to think of lovey-dovey thoughts next time I cannot reach something. Why? A creative solution to a simple problem in the episode is Kitty gathering red hearts and climbing on them after piling them up to finally reach an apple on the apple tree. I thought the moment in “Sweet Dreams” when Kitty’s pet fish can finally go to sleep with a teddy bear charm to snuggle with in the fishbowl was just so precious [17]. The premise of “Made For You” is Kitty trying to play the piano but the stools for each coloured piano would make it difficult for her to play in their own unique ways [15]. The same form of conflict except for disco lights that distract Kitty goes on for a short while until she sees a small toy piano and can play it within her reach without a stool. With more moments that provide child-friendly conflict and adorable solutions, the formula throughout the series still prevails as something for the audience to tune into after the theme tune pleasantly rings.

The formula is providing exceptional audio is still present in the new episodes to go alongside with decent writing. Apart from how the buzzing for the bee in “Bee Kind” is highly convincing [13], there are also suitable non-diegetic jiggles, such as one for Kitty’s walking and a mildly suspenseful melody for when she is on her last coin in “Small Treat, Big Smile” [15] [16], along with a funky beat for the disco lights in “Made For You” [15]. She still does not talk, but her gibberish is still sweet-sounding. [13]

Rumour has it that Hello Kitty is actually not a cat, despite her feline-like features, including her whiskers and pointy ears [8] [21] [37]. This statement can also apply to her family and significant other, except for Charmmy Kitty and Honeycute, who are her pet cats. The astonishing and unbelievable conspiracy theory was spread back in 2014 during the celebration of her 40^th anniversary [4] [8] [12] [37], surprising plenty of fellow kitties. Nonetheless, many folks in clothing shops and such are still convinced that she is a white bobtail cat due to her stage name including the word “kitty” [8] [21]. On the other paw, some of those who somewhat believe in the rumour can simply refer to her as a gijinka, the Japanese term often used to describe the humanization of a character with many animal-like features or a humanized version of objects [26]. Next thing, we could be informed that Keroppi, another Sanrio character who strongly resembles a frog is not actually a frog [23]. Whether Kitty White is truly a cat or not, we will always remember her for her super kawaii vibes, sweet nature and how common she has been in fashion mostly for young girls since the mid-1970s [11] [21].

Whether Hello Kitty is a cat or not, her overall portrayal and development would be far more important in an animated series based on her legacy. She is portrayed as a sweet and innocent wonderer of modern life who efficiently solves small problems [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18], making her personality suit how she is mostly known as a youthful fashion icon [21]. [15]

We can also at least tell that she is anthropomorphic as she is able to spend money like we do! After all, her legacy began on a vinyl coin purse back in 1974 [5] [7] [21]. [16]

While a more mature audience is feeling the rage of Retsuko whilst watching the third season of Aggretsuko on Netflix [29], plenty of today’s youth and our fully grown fellow kitties are delighted by the innocence of Sweet Moments With Hello Kitty in a way that is as refreshing as eating a freshly picked apple. Do I still think it is the cutest cartoon of 2020? Indeed I do! At some point in 2021, maybe there can be a second season co-starring Mimmy as she is Kitty’s underrated twin sister [24]. Or better yet, a second season can welcome back Dear Daniel for an even sweeter moment [20]. Along with how people who have been recognised for outstanding remind their supporters that their acts of kindness are appreciated in this world and how a more mature nostalgic gem from the golden age of YouTube has made a grand return to help us get into a specific groove whilst following restrictions to fight the coronavirus pandemic [6] [38] [39], watching more honeyed experiences with Kitty White can lighten things up in a dull, dangerous and distressing start of a new decade [21]. Stay sweet, fellow kitties!

Hello Kitty can never be on too many coin purses and such [7]! [18]

But until then, have a goodnight, fellow kitties! [17]

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