Why I Hate "Happy Tree Friends"
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It had its moments and I found it funny, simply because of the fact that I can separate fantasy from reality. It's obviously not real and therefore completely guilt-free, as I said on the review of Splatterhouse I'm one of those types of people who enjoy the sicker side of the human condition; sex and violence both fascinate and amuse me when they're played out in fiction and also in reality, especially when you consider the psychological, social and intellectual implications either/all of these acts may have.
I actively seek out cult horror films for that very reason; the bad acting and overblown sex and violence make for very entertaining viewing because every action and reaction are so overblown and withdrawn from reality that they cross the line into absurd. Equally the premises presented are also laughable, despite knowing that it's a fantasy that we've all had at one point in out lives (everyone has thought about what it would be like to kill someone and how they'd do it) it easily crosses the line into humour simply because of that tiny grain of truth to it, which is the basis for all good comedy.
However, HTF doesn't hold up to the social commentary and dark humour of Neurotically Yours that ?if you're able to understand basic subtext? will make you both laugh and think. It's definitely has superior quality to it in terms of content, however if you're too sheltered to deal with the facts of life then don't go bursting your protective bubble and avoid such shows at all costs since I doubt you'd like to peel back the candy-coated fantasy world we think we're living in to see the rotten truth at its core.
I actively seek out cult horror films for that very reason; the bad acting and overblown sex and violence make for very entertaining viewing because every action and reaction are so overblown and withdrawn from reality that they cross the line into absurd. Equally the premises presented are also laughable, despite knowing that it's a fantasy that we've all had at one point in out lives (everyone has thought about what it would be like to kill someone and how they'd do it) it easily crosses the line into humour simply because of that tiny grain of truth to it, which is the basis for all good comedy.
However, HTF doesn't hold up to the social commentary and dark humour of Neurotically Yours that ?if you're able to understand basic subtext? will make you both laugh and think. It's definitely has superior quality to it in terms of content, however if you're too sheltered to deal with the facts of life then don't go bursting your protective bubble and avoid such shows at all costs since I doubt you'd like to peel back the candy-coated fantasy world we think we're living in to see the rotten truth at its core.
Ok, you have a point.Bang25 said:
I am not enthusiastic about this series either. However, have you ever watched "fail" videos? Have you find those funny? If yes, then people who find HTF funny feels the same way...
In past old days (not so long) in the 90s, many children would laugh from Tom & Jerry. I would never, specially when that mouse exploded something from the cat.
It is a matter of taste.
I've seen two HTF vids. My reaction for the both of them was roughly the same.
"That's some fucked up shit. Now, was I not paying attention, or was there literally no point to what just occurred in front of me?"
Haven't really watched any more of them since then.
"That's some fucked up shit. Now, was I not paying attention, or was there literally no point to what just occurred in front of me?"
Haven't really watched any more of them since then.
I just don't watch it because it seems to be kinda pointless and I don't see the appeal of gore anyway.
Though I liked this Saw-like scetch. Y'know... where the blue Moose has to cut his leg off and then after finishing realizes it was the wrong leg. That one was pretty funny, the rest is just stupid. Plus it's on MTV, a program I generally despise.
Though I liked this Saw-like scetch. Y'know... where the blue Moose has to cut his leg off and then after finishing realizes it was the wrong leg. That one was pretty funny, the rest is just stupid. Plus it's on MTV, a program I generally despise.
"personally I can't stomach it"
Theres your answer. There's no arguing with you because you, personally, do not like it. That's fine.
I, personally, find it funny. I'm not a huge fan by any means, but it's worth a chuckle. The entire point of it is as a parody of the classic "slapstick" cartoons, i.e. "This is what cartoons would be like if the violence was real."
If you can't stomach gore then you're obviously not going to enjoy it, but don't act so shocked that people other than you have different tastes. Also, please don't refer to the recent "gore movie" trend as "horror" because it just isn't.
Theres your answer. There's no arguing with you because you, personally, do not like it. That's fine.
I, personally, find it funny. I'm not a huge fan by any means, but it's worth a chuckle. The entire point of it is as a parody of the classic "slapstick" cartoons, i.e. "This is what cartoons would be like if the violence was real."
If you can't stomach gore then you're obviously not going to enjoy it, but don't act so shocked that people other than you have different tastes. Also, please don't refer to the recent "gore movie" trend as "horror" because it just isn't.
At time of posting, meaning when I was writing my post. In other words you hadn't posted yet.Quantum Roberts said:Wait, I said I liked itFlyAwayAutumn said:
What are you talking about all the characters are given personality in subtle way. Lumpy for example is a dumbass moose, Flippy is a bear that has a tendency to flip out when he's reminded of his past fighting in the W.A.R.Swaki said:
O.K then. *Snicker*AWDMANOUT said:
No but seriously I've just gotten used to putting the period there. I'm pretty sure it shouldn't but that's just how I've always done it, okay?
Are you one of the people who cleans up after someone dies? (I forgot the name of the profession)loc978 said:
OF COURSE real violence is worse than a cartoon! Seeing a cartoon character skinned alive and than their head being pulled slowly through the drain of a kitchen sink is nowhere NEAR as bad as seeing any type of REAL violence! And I sincerely hope your a part a clean up crew, and that is implied since you said "aftermath", but.... still.
P.S,
Do you wear a mask, or do you sometimes just have to deal with smell of dead bodies?
Sorry bout the late reply: had shit to do yesterday.
The neighborhood I occasionally saw dead people in was a part of North Portland in the 80s and 90s, I've had to assist combat medics with cleaning up messes and identifying people, and I've witnessed a few accidents involving heavy machinery.
The neighborhood I occasionally saw dead people in was a part of North Portland in the 80s and 90s, I've had to assist combat medics with cleaning up messes and identifying people, and I've witnessed a few accidents involving heavy machinery.