At first I thought that this show, while funny, was almost offensively shallow. What kept me watching was the dynamic animation and refreshingly practical main character, Haruhi. As I got further into the show and watched more episodes, I realized the depth and complexity of the characters' personalities- especially the twins. This show doesn't have much to offer in plot, often resorting to sitcom-like episodes, but the characters make up for it. Each character has a distinct, complex personality that's not always obvious (I'm almost done with the first season and I'm still trying to figure them all out). It's also shamelessly funny, especially when it pokes fun at stereotypical romantic comedies (like when Tamaki labels himself the "romantic hero" and the twins the homo side characters"). The show isn't quite meant to be taken seriously- it's kind of like Kim Possible in that respect. Overall, it's a fascinatingly funny show and I'm glad I started watching.
I can't say exactly why this episode appeals to me so much. The plot wasn't amazing, Dementor's not one of my favorite villans, and nothing new really happened with Kim and Ron. I guess it's because of the humor. Despite the lack of Drakken and Shego (except for during the credits) this episode was pure Kim Possible wit. It didn't have the shortcomings that occur in other episodes, like deviations from the characters or absurd villans. It was reasonably believable (well, as believable as a show about a teen crime-fighter can get) and a well-rounded episode. I especially enjoyed the twist at the end- I can honestly say I didn't see that coming. In short: this episode was just pure, fun Kim Possible. "Exactly why I watch the series".
Kim Possible
Avg Score: 8.74 Total Ratings: 2539 Total Reviews: 320
This show is funny and action-packed with quirky characters and believable relationships. I'm not sure what I'm going to watch now that the final episode has aired. Kim and Ron are great on their own, but it's the villans that make the show. Drakken and Shego are two villans that manage to mock every traditional stereotype common to the "hero" shows imaginable. In my opinion, the best episodes are the ones featuring Drakken and Shego. The others are still packed with puns and subtle allusions that make the show really fun to re-watch- there's so much to pick up on, especially in the later episodes. Kim, Ron, Drakken and Shego point out with deliciously sarcastic and dry humour the conventions of the hero-villan relationship at every turn. That's what hooked me on this show from the beginning- the quirky humour and lovable characters.
Well, it's me. The one and only spiky_scribbler. Yes, I do have an obsession with Kim Possible. Great show. As is Gilmore Girls. And there I go, plugging tv shows instead of telling the world about myself. Ah well.