I take a look at, and offer recommendations for, various streaming video services for cartoons, from Netflix and Hulu to the new Disney+ service.
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Tag: animation
How long does it take to binge-watch various long-running cartoons?
I calculate how long it’d take to binge-watch various popular long-running cartoons, from “The Flintstones” to “The Simpsons.”
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How do Disney’s live-action remakes fare versus the original films?
How well does Disney’s live-action movie remakes do compared to their animated counterparts? And why do they keep getting made?
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LGBTQ Pride Month and cartoons
For LGBTQ Pride Month, I summarize the major posts I’ve written about LGBTQ characters in comics and animation.
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PBS’ “Arthur” reveals Mr. Ratburn is gay and getting married
Long-running PBS series “Arthur” made a big step with its season 22 premiere: Mr. Ratburn was revealed to be gay, and got married to another man.
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Kids’ TV study recommends various diversity improvements
A joint US/Canadian research group found that children’s TV could stand to make improvements in various aspects of diversity.
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What were the main influences and trends in 1960s TV animation?
I take a look at the trends and changes in 1960s TV animation, from theatrical animated shorts’ influences to the rise of shows starring teenagers.
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So long “Disney Vault”? Disney’s streaming service to include its animated feature films
Disney’s CEO announced plans for the upcoming Disney+ streaming service, which apparently marks an end to the often-criticized “Disney Vault” policy.
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Streaming service review: PBS Kids
I take a look at the PBS Kids streaming video service, which features popular children’s programs like “Sesame Street” and “Wild Kratts,” all for free.
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The 2019 Oscar animation nominees
I take a look at the 2019 Oscar animation-related nominees, including “Incredibles 2” and “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”
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