I haven't been keeping up with the Simpsons for the last ten years or so. I felt like the writers had a really hard time trying to appeal to a younger demographic and thus opted for more and more throw-away Family Guy type humor that cheapened the show. I heard the current seasons are slightly better but I've heard that before (more than once) and even in the brief moments where a new-ish episode made me chuckle the jokes just didn't have the same staying power and depth anymore.
Having said that the first couple of seasons (roughly up until the millenium for me) are still phenomenal and endlessly rewatchable. The level of the writing is plain incredible. The cultural impact of the show just can't be overstated. Like probably half my brain by volume is Simpsons quotes.
I have my own thoughts about the whole Apu thing. It could have been handled better by the creators, for sure but it's really not my place to tell other races what they can or can't be offended by. If someone with a different background and perspective were to tell me "hey this character you created had a negative impact on my life" I'd listen to them at least.
I personally find most of the awkward celebrity cameos much more of a dealbreaker. That such a satirical show originally built on counter culture humor and sensitivities would stoop so low and shill for loathsome people like Musk is beyond saddening.
I haven't watched the new Futurama series either and don't intend to. I love the characters and the world and I consider the main run one of the best animated romances ever, but they should have let the show end on a high note long ago.
Having said that the first couple of seasons (roughly up until the millenium for me) are still phenomenal and endlessly rewatchable. The level of the writing is plain incredible. The cultural impact of the show just can't be overstated. Like probably half my brain by volume is Simpsons quotes.
I have my own thoughts about the whole Apu thing. It could have been handled better by the creators, for sure but it's really not my place to tell other races what they can or can't be offended by. If someone with a different background and perspective were to tell me "hey this character you created had a negative impact on my life" I'd listen to them at least.
I personally find most of the awkward celebrity cameos much more of a dealbreaker. That such a satirical show originally built on counter culture humor and sensitivities would stoop so low and shill for loathsome people like Musk is beyond saddening.
I haven't watched the new Futurama series either and don't intend to. I love the characters and the world and I consider the main run one of the best animated romances ever, but they should have let the show end on a high note long ago.
