thatoneguy-61538
So everyone knows the feeling of watching something as a child and loving it, than going back to it when you're older and thinking "that was the worst show of all time, I'm now disappointed in myself for ever liking that." Not this show though. I watched every episode when it first came out and I loved it, actually I was obsessed with it. And very recently the blue ray version came out which I bought immediately, but I was worried, "would this be as good as I remembered?" And luckily the answer is yes. I enjoyed it more than when I first watched it. I was able to take in more of the beautiful artwork, the wonderfully designed and explained characters, and all of the phenomenal storytelling. There is so much character development that you almost feel like you know the characters (which is great until you finish the show because then you are a bit bummed). There was a quote by someone (I forgot whom it is from) that goes,"you know you've read a good book when you turn the last page and feel a little as if you have lost a friend." Well that's how it is for this show. I loved it then and I love it now. Whoever you are, I encourage you to watch this show, as it really is one of the best shows out there, for children, teens, and adults alike.
Torrin-McFinn77
I'd heard so much about this show from various people and I decided to try it for myself. The first few episodes seemed OK, but after hearing so many people talk about how it got better, I stuck with it. And you know what? It was worth it!Memorable characters, a believable Asian-styled steampunk world, four elements, well-researched themes, and Miyazaki-styled creatures are all in here. If Disney wants to make its own action-adventure fantasy serial, I hope its writers and animators are paying attention. This puts all the other cartoons I've watched to shame. Oh, but don't worry, I still love Batman: The Animated Series, The Legend of Korra, The Lion Guard (which came later), Escaflowne, Road Rovers, and Godzilla: The Series. They're all good, but Avatar: The Last Airbender stands up at the front of the class.
matayocro
I was five years old when the first episode of Avatar came out, and immediately it became my favorite show. For the next three years, I was hooked into the journey of Avatar Aang and his friends trying to end a hundred year war. It took me a few years to truly understand the messages behind the show, but once I did, I realized how important it is to show this to children. This series covers topics like immigration and refugees, war effects on civilian populations, child abuse and abandonment, genocide, environmental conservation, and many other philosophies that the rest of the world should be living by. It tells the stories of Aang, the last of his race who must come to terms with his loneliness and realize his purpose in life and bring peace to the world, and Zuko, the banished prince of the Fire Nation, who goes on an Odyssey to capture the Avatar and regain his honor. The two parties go on countless spiritual journeys and learn lessons about life, love, acceptance, and friendship. The series teaches the viewer to forge their own path in life, as well as lessons about your inner balance. This is the perfect kids show, watchable at any age. I'm eighteen, I watch shows like The Walking Dead and The Sopranos. I only really appreciate mature, deep shows. Avatar: The Last Airbender is one of the most mature shows to exist, and it just happens to me marketable to kids. Parents, look this show up. You might just enjoy it yourself.
P.S. The fight scenes are pretty wicked.
Joe Ritsy
I came into this show not expecting much, but left truly amazed. This show is really good. After watching other critically acclaimed shows like Breaking Bad, I decided to try something different, so I picked up this show and started watching. First few episodes I was hesitant, but then the show grew on me. The characters, music, dialogue and animation are all fantastic, especially the action scenes. The overarching story is truly epic, and after the finale I was sad until I found out Korra existed. I even ended up reading all the comics taking place after the show, that's how likable the shows characters are. Seriously, just watch it, you won't regret it.
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