A review of the Disney/Pixar film “Turning Red,” as well as why the film’s star is relatable (despite what some online say).
Animation
The ways cartoons handle characters’ aging
A look at the multiple ways cartoons handle their characters’ aging, from floating timelines to only certain characters growing older.
Valentine’s Day in cartoons
A look at Valentine’s Day depictions in cartoons, from “Peanuts” and “The Simpsons” to DC Comics’ Hawkman and Hawkgirl.
Cartoon review: “The Loud House”
A review of the Nickelodeon animated cartoon series “The Loud House,” about the Loud family (two parents who have 10 girls and one boy).
7 obsolete technology references in cartoons
A look at seven obsolete technology references in cartoons, from CB radios to phone booths to dial-tuner TV sets.
COVID-19 vaccination PSAs featuring cartoon characters
A look at some COVID-19 public service announcements (PSAs) featuring cartoon characters, including DC and Marvel comic superheroes.
Cartoons that should’ve entered public domain in 2022 (but didn’t)
A look at cartoons that should’ve entered public domain in 2022 under their original copyright terms, but (of course) didn’t.
New Year’s and Boxing Day in cartoons
A look at New Year’s Eve and Boxing Day in cartoons, from Rankin-Bass’ “Rudolph’s Shiny New Year” to several “Peanuts” specials.
Kwanzaa in cartoons
A look at celebrations of Kwanzaa in cartoons, from Disney Channel’s “The Proud Family” to PBS Kids’ long-running series “Arthur.”
10 animated holiday specials featuring people of color
A list of holiday specials featuring people of color, from “Doc McStuffins” to “Static Shock” to an adaptation of the book “The Snowy Day.”