She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
Netflix | Release Date: November 13, 2018
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nangs-Aug 25, 2022
genuinely one of the best shows ive ever watched amazing art and great character development and stuff definitely watch
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Ash_wolfAug 29, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really loved the series its absolutely amazing She-Ra and the Princesses of Power has alot of exiting… Expand
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nsteeleJun 19, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is now my favorite show of all time. I wish I could have seen it as a kid. I hope they make a second series that follows their adventures through space!!… Expand
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I-am-a-critic-Dec 17, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly it was a great show but it may need one more season for closure


And I love the inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community. Adora and Catra are endgame.… Expand
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LiyaAvalonJun 4, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good but needs a 6th season after the war! Love the show. I love how it shows that even the worst people can change… Expand
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Davrosdaleks1May 5, 2019
Another strong season as we get to learn a little more about Eternia and what makes Shadow Weaver tick and Catra finds out that being upper management isn't what she thinks it would be. Characters remain strong. I also felt that theAnother strong season as we get to learn a little more about Eternia and what makes Shadow Weaver tick and Catra finds out that being upper management isn't what she thinks it would be. Characters remain strong. I also felt that the background animation improved.

Only downside is that this was only seven episodes. I think this is a Voltron-style situation where a season was split into two.… Expand
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ThonnyJan 31, 2020
Creo que es una serie con mucha calidad, que ha tenido buenos arcos argumentales y nos ha guiado al descubrimiento del misterio poco a poco. La serie se toma su tiempo y además hay mucha acción y desarrollo de guerras tanto de personajes.
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RaizenBS7May 19, 2020
The Final Season is beautiful!!!
it's a shame it's only 5 seasons, just when the series got so cool
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Firewing2May 20, 2020
A brilliant conclusion to a series long on heart and drama in equal measure. Manages to walk the fine line between material digestible by a young audience, but with complex and believable characters who grow and mature in authentic ways.A brilliant conclusion to a series long on heart and drama in equal measure. Manages to walk the fine line between material digestible by a young audience, but with complex and believable characters who grow and mature in authentic ways. Surprising emotional depth for something ostensibly for kids.… Expand
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LynnetteJJWAug 29, 2020
I dont usually write for shows or movies. But here we go, internet spelling and all!

Honest review. The series is well, amazing to me. I knew of She-Ra and He-Man back in the day, but these shows were designed for kids, with no realI dont usually write for shows or movies. But here we go, internet spelling and all!

Honest review.

The series is well, amazing to me. I knew of She-Ra and He-Man back in the day, but these shows were designed for kids, with no real storyline or consequences. There seems to be alot of people say 'this is fanfic'. Which, I dont see at all. Its a reboot for a show that didnt really have a sound or logic storyline... She-Ra itself was just a spin-off of He-Man for girls. She-Ra: PoP, brings in a grounded story, with most things being realistic... till magic is involved. Using the idea of alien tech for half these occurrences.

On that note, what strikes the series as good to me is the storytelling of the characters. This is where most of the realism of the series came from for me. The way the characters acted, how a sword would feel heavy to someone, what people think of each other, and how emotion and attitude to each other are more natural then goofy and just immediately shot to... LIKE THE ORIGINAL SERIES DOES.

PoP is one of the ONLY cartoons I like in this day and age. I grew up in Cartoon Network's Golden Era. if you dont know, then some references to titles would be Ed Edd n' Eddy, Courage, KND, Dexters lab, subsidiary for classic cartoons like tom and jerry, a subsidiary for anime, and Grimm Adventures to name a few examples.

So, this is saying alot of someone who knows what they're looking at and for. The plot points each season are apparent, the series follows a storyline, each episode draws closer to the target they're trying to get to, with a bunch of minor points, and thrills, and minor plot points along the way in building characters, relations, and position of situations.

You know, like Lord of the Rings/The Hobit; That will look to expand on situations of the war, while following the main character, building rapport with friends and allies all while pushing to the ultimate goal of the story.

The difference here, is that PoP, Really. REALLY. nails character development, showing emotions, and frustrations, of the character in their relations, and the complexity and sensitivity of the severity of what everyone is doing without dragging it out or standing around for 3 episodes talking it out like Naruto, Bleach, One Piece. ect.

For a show rated 7+ ... its alot more complex than that for someone of the age of 7 to understand. You can tell the detail, the love from the VAs and the writing team that went into this show.

In final i would like to give this series a 9/10. The characters, the relations, the feelings, how easy it is to pick a relatable character or fav character. the great story thats easy to show, but complex when you try to describe it. It leaves you wanting more... all the way up to the end.

And that ending isnt a 'happily ever after' tone. Its a 'whats next!?' tone. with no 'the end' insight. The reason i have given this series an extra point is that its a cliff hanger. The possibility of another continuation season, spin-off, movie, or even a flip to He-Man's remake next is very apparent. Its something alot of the writing team wants to do. So for that alone, the desire from a writer to keep moving forward. +1

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veimanartsJun 8, 2020
As of season 4, the new She-Ra expands the character in ways the previous iteration was limited to. There is strong character development and growth throughout most of the characters portraying emotional difficulties to overcome as well asAs of season 4, the new She-Ra expands the character in ways the previous iteration was limited to. There is strong character development and growth throughout most of the characters portraying emotional difficulties to overcome as well as the effects of their actions, denoting that even when the best possible choice is acted upon, there will still be losses and inevitable consequences. It is lighthearted in a lot of aspects but it takes chances in showing what is lost as much as what is gained. She Ra and the Princesses of Power is by no means perfect, but it is a worthy successor with strong character design and animation, and the best we could have hoped for as a revival of the series.… Expand
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ScribbsJun 29, 2020
Best show of this year and by far one of the best I’ve ever watched. The storytelling is amazingly crafted and beautifully written.
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duckappleJul 25, 2020
This series is amazing. It tells the story of a fight of good versus evil with such nuance that you sometimes find yourself wondering who to root for. With a huge cast, the series still manages to flesh every character out to an amazingThis series is amazing. It tells the story of a fight of good versus evil with such nuance that you sometimes find yourself wondering who to root for. With a huge cast, the series still manages to flesh every character out to an amazing extent, really motivating every characters actions, right or wrong as they may be. I cannot recommend this series enough, even though it just looks like a pink magic girl show (which, to be fair, it is, but that is a good thing in this case).… Expand
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Vinicius_LemeSep 26, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu amei a série! Os personagens e suas relações são complexas e muito bem construídas; a história é boa; e o final é emocionante. Eu também achei os valores passados na série sendo muito importantes, principalmente em relação ao perdão, muitos não gostaram da série por isso, e sim isso não justifica algumas ações, porém todos nós merecemos perdão, e o perdão não é redenção, perdão é graça, é amor!… Expand
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gabriel_15Dec 10, 2020
This series is amazing. The low ratings only show that a lot of people aren't ready for change. This is the kind of show that people will still appreciate in many decades. Eveything about it is incredible, from the animation, to the visuals,This series is amazing. The low ratings only show that a lot of people aren't ready for change. This is the kind of show that people will still appreciate in many decades. Eveything about it is incredible, from the animation, to the visuals, to the soundtrack, to the characters, eveything is amazing. one of the best series (animated or not) ever.… Expand
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JessviiMay 3, 2021
A fun show for kids of either gender, ages 4 to 8! Bright colors. Complex character arcs.
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sweedsarentpplMar 9, 2022
Its an amazing show with very well written and understanding characters that you're constantly rooting for both sides because of how real they feel and understanding. Oh and the story telling and world building is great too but that cantIts an amazing show with very well written and understanding characters that you're constantly rooting for both sides because of how real they feel and understanding. Oh and the story telling and world building is great too but that cant compare to how great the characters are.… Expand
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DarkwingSchmuckMar 5, 2022
One of the most well-written action cartoons aimed at kids and young adults in a long time -- featuring strong characterization, charming and funny dialogue, and deeper, more complex themes beneath its surface. While the first three seasonsOne of the most well-written action cartoons aimed at kids and young adults in a long time -- featuring strong characterization, charming and funny dialogue, and deeper, more complex themes beneath its surface. While the first three seasons are consistently entertaining, it's the rather exceptional final two that really bring this show to the next level, and make it quite possibly the best adaptation in the long-running Masters of the Universe franchise.… Expand
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JessicaRobynMay 19, 2019
She-Ra is exactly the kind of upbeat, beat-em-up cartoon that I was looking for. The characters take some getting used to, but I found myself actually laughing out loud at some of the dialogue and the animation style lead itself to just theShe-Ra is exactly the kind of upbeat, beat-em-up cartoon that I was looking for. The characters take some getting used to, but I found myself actually laughing out loud at some of the dialogue and the animation style lead itself to just the right amount of rainbows. My only concern is how Season 2 seems to end more at a mid-season point than a proper season finale, which makes me wonder what is happening on the production side.… Expand
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bl1rtAug 17, 2019
I remember some controversy when the show came out, and wondered: who cares about a remake of an 80s show, created to sell toys?
And then someone recommended it to me, and I found myself flabbergasted how quickly it won me over. From theI remember some controversy when the show came out, and wondered: who cares about a remake of an 80s show, created to sell toys?
And then someone recommended it to me, and I found myself flabbergasted how quickly it won me over. From the first episode, the show manages to find a perfect balance between adventure and developing the characters, where the adventures are actually tense and exiting, while the characters and their relationships are well-developed and strikingly likeable. I deeply appreciate how the characters care for each other, and how it made me care for their well-being in all the very imaginative, dangerous situations they find themselves in.
Combine that with confident storytelling, which neither shies away from its tropes, nor falls for them, and you get a show that is up there with the all-time greats like Samurai Jack, Kim Possible or Steven Universe.
A stupid 80s toy-commercial, born again as masterpiece - who would have guessed...… Expand
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MrGameCriticOct 13, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I think of all the most influential cartoons of the 80s, I think of TMNT, Thunder Cats, The Smurfs, Voltron, Captain Planet and of course He Man and She Ra. It’s been over 35 years since we’ve heard anything from these two and when I got word in 2018 that a remake of She Ra was coming to Netflix, I pooped my pants in excitement. But there was one small problem floating in the back of my mind, the potential for this show to be a complete failure and an insult to the legacy of The Masters of the Universe franchise was at high risk. But thankfully that wasn’t the case at all. So we start out with what I think is one of the best openings to any cartoon of the last 10 years. We meet our protagonist, Adora a young and aspiring force captain in the Horde army and it’s also here where we meet our antagonist, well atleast until season 5, Catra. So Adora ends up finding the sword of power and abandons the horde along with Catra. Midway through the series it’s relatively calm and then comes season 3. In the end of season 3, Catra opens up a portal that messes with reality and warps Etheria. The Fright Zone has been sucked up by the portal, so King Micha never dies and his family lives happily together. The season 4 is tame and is a breath of fresh air, then comes season 5. My god, season 5 is balls to the wall insane, twist after twist. That’s really all I’m going to say because it has to be watched. I’d say that this story is easily the best we’ve had in years, it is a true successor to the original and if you have Netflix, I highly recommend it if you’re an old or new fan of The Masters of the Universe franchise.… Expand
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L1zzkaJun 27, 2020
Amazing show. It's the only show which has done that much to me. She-ra is a controversial TV series but It doesn't mean that It's bad.
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mickrussomSep 12, 2019
Nothing of the original was preserved here. The animation is choppy the storyline is nonsense and the characters are so one-dimensional its absurd. This is basically crap fanfic.
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electronicoffeeOct 10, 2019
**** Fanfiction. Don't waste your time. How did this trash get beyond season one amazes me.
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TanpotenraAug 1, 2020
TV-Y7 derivative stuffing with no worldbuilding where all problems are solved by throwing plot convenience space magic and friendship™. The diversity in character designs is great and makes a lot of sense given the scale of things, beingTV-Y7 derivative stuffing with no worldbuilding where all problems are solved by throwing plot convenience space magic and friendship™. The diversity in character designs is great and makes a lot of sense given the scale of things, being superior to the OG in every way as far as that goes. Unique and thoughtful designs > copy-paste action figure molds every day. Adora is a fun protagonist, but the circular nature of the show and plot progression through constant obvious screw-ups by the main cast just isn't fun to watch at a point, at least for me. The power system is interesting, but is quickly TV-Y7'd into just being more plot convenience. All of the external conflicts are really poorly done and honestly wouldn't have any reason to be there other if not for it being a remake. The whole premise is really stupid. You never get to see the 'countries' (two dozen people at max) interact or fight together in interesting ways beyond their princesses, and the things each one of them brings to the table aren't unique enough to support the themes of the show. The only place that matters on the planet is Bright Moon and no episodes bother to stray from the main cast to say anything interesting. How can a group of characters be 'diverse' when all of their cultures are pretty much different flavors of copy-paste that are never expanded upon? Seems like a missed opportunity. All in all it's sparkly ship-bait for those desperate for LGBTQ+ representation, don't use your brain or it all falls apart very quickly. The choreography is really, really bad too, and the animation leaves a lot to be desired.… Expand
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OscarTheGrouchJul 12, 2020
I'm old enough to have seen the original on tv when it aired. And while I can see how this version of She-Ra pretty much shoves homosexuality into the faces of the viewers that it might make some people uncomfortable, especially since theI'm old enough to have seen the original on tv when it aired. And while I can see how this version of She-Ra pretty much shoves homosexuality into the faces of the viewers that it might make some people uncomfortable, especially since the original show wasn't about that at all. I honestly can't see how somebody could rate this show as a 0.

This is an amazing cartoon. I'm a grown old man, and even I was like "Yeah! Get him!" when Adora was confronted by Prime in the last season, but then transformed. The show does a great job at creating humor, sadness and happyness within the viewer. And has created some entertaining characters in birdhorse :D Scorpia, and Sea Hawk to name a few. I was honestly oblivious to Catra's true feelings, that the 'reveal' (for me at least it was) made me understand a bit more why she was so mad when Adora left her side in season 1. A great show with a perfect series' end.

As an 80s child, this wasn't what I expected from a She-Ra revival. But damn, I loved this fantastic 5 season ride.… Expand
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eckermJul 4, 2020
Funny, thoughtful, diverse, containing unexpected twists. I never watched the original, but this one is an excellent show that stands on its own merit.
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TooFlourJun 8, 2020
This show was recommended to me from multiple sources and after finally watching the show to its end, I feel that I can half-heartedly agree that this She-ra reboot is worth anyone's time. The writing makes no sense; the world building isThis show was recommended to me from multiple sources and after finally watching the show to its end, I feel that I can half-heartedly agree that this She-ra reboot is worth anyone's time. The writing makes no sense; the world building is weak, most of the characters feel 2 Dimensional, there's little surprise to what's going to happen, and it feels like a missed opportunity. What I did enjoy about the show, however, was how its antagonists presented some of its conflict. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Because the good guys always win and this is a kid's show for crying out loud, I knew there would be little consequence in the story or in the action. I didn't root for the good guys because they could not lose, nor were they fleshed out enough to have me invested in their plight. The bad guys caught my attention because that cast of characters was far more interesting to me. From what I've been told, they've steal the show, and I can see why. There's some that are cast in shades of gray, some that have dynamics with multiple characters, and then some that pose serious threats to the Heroes enough to make you wonder "how are the good guys gonna get outta this one?". The answer is usually deus ex machina + the power of love, but I'd be damned if I wasn't left a good impression just from their presence.
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Aesthetically, the cartoon is pretty typical as far as western action for kids goes. It's like Ben 10 but with princesses and amazon warriors. The animation quality is very generic, but it's a wonder to see that there's actually cartoons like these still being made for western audiences. The sound design is weak, but not terrible. It frequently uses stock sound effects and LOTS of what I call "drama thumps". Some more filters, panning, and fade outs could've been done with the sound overall, but I guess you wouldn't really look for good sound quality in a damned kids show.
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She-ra and the Princesses of Power has some redeeming qualities to it, but is held back by its weak writing. The highlight of the show was its antagonists and I might revisit the show some day for that alone. I recommend this show for people that want to do some research on writing characters or for people that just don't care and want to watch princesses bashing things.… Expand
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FulanoJun 20, 2020
nao é a serie original, não tem nada haver, somente o nome remete a she ra original.
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Rook6785May 19, 2020
Well this is just a 5 season example of a writers fanfiction using virtue signaling and not having the creative ability to build new characters and their own I P to do it with. A tragic endeavor.
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CutlosoMay 14, 2020
This is a cross between the original She-ra and Sailor Moon. Really tried to give it a chance because I did enjoy the He-man and She-ra as a child but even though the animation in this series is better than the original, She-ra in this seriesThis is a cross between the original She-ra and Sailor Moon. Really tried to give it a chance because I did enjoy the He-man and She-ra as a child but even though the animation in this series is better than the original, She-ra in this series is so devoid of any likable qualities that I just gave up after a couple of episodes. The writers and animators should be ashamed of themselves for hack job, ruining another 80's series.… Expand
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DexEngineerNov 22, 2020
This is prime example of lack of creativity... The original series is a lot better so don't bother with this failure. Here you can experience lack of artistic quality, which is surprising since the authors of amazing original series did notThis is prime example of lack of creativity... The original series is a lot better so don't bother with this failure. Here you can experience lack of artistic quality, which is surprising since the authors of amazing original series did not have capabilities of current computer technologies.… Expand
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BekaszonAug 16, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me begin by saying that the only reason I began watching this series only because two friends of mine wouldn’t shut up about it, so for the sake of inner peace, I played the first episode. The omnipresent rainbow, childishness and over expressiveness was enough to annoy me to the core. However, since I don’t tend to abandon a series or a movie that I already started watching, I persisted. During the first season, I got used to all the sparkles and gayness; I’m not homophobic (in fact, I’m bi- myself), I’m referring to the attitude that is typical for gay people, not sexual orientation. The second season continued with more or less the same pace. This is where the magic began to happen.

After the skepticism and annoyance wear off, you begin to realize, that the characters you have been watching for over 9 hours have actually grown quite close to your heart. You are happy when they are, you cry when they do, you are part of the squad. Couldn’t believe it myself. In any case, I continued watching, this time because I genuinely wanted to. And boy, was I surprised when the third season changed the pace of action entirely. She-Ra became, well, maybe not mature, but definitely more serious all of a sudden. The plot thickened, the problems at hand grew bigger and more complex, the character developed in unexpected yet well-chosen directions. Season 4 continues in the same direction, and my admiration towards the creators grows even more. The story ramifies, conflicts emerge, decisions are made, new players appear. [MAJOR SPOILERS]
Season 5 is absolutely off the charts; incredibly emotional, full of personal development for many characters, an amazingly written redemption arch for Catra, epic sacrifices (Shadow Weaver’s last stand, Hordak’s self-discovery), and - most importantly - a great finale for Adora’s and Catra’s relationship. When they confessed their love for each other in the Heart of Etheria, I, a grown man with an inherited despise towards romance in movies and series, have cried like a b*tch I am. I really doubted this storyline would see a proper end, set aside such an amazing one, simply because of She-Ra’s age restrictions (12+). Luckily, I was greatly mistaken. In fact, I don’t think I have ever seen a romance that was written better than this one, neither in any movie, series, or book nor in a videogame (and that’s coming from someone who dedicated his life to discovering amazing stories and analyzing them). It wasn’t obtrusive, it wasn’t cringy, it wasn’t cliché; it was simply natural and beautiful. [END OF SPOILERS]

There’s one more detail that makes She-Ra a great series, and that is the world it has created. It is a world of no discrimination towards nobody. It’s not just that women, men, people of LGBT+ are treated like normal human beings; what makes this world special, is that at no point is any of this even mentioned, because there is just no need to do so. No one is even remotely surprised seeing people of the same sex being in love or a woman kicking a man’s ass in battle. This is what makes this world so beautiful.

There, I said it. This is how a cartoon for children became one of my favorite series of all time. I am still a bit shocked at my own journey with this series, from being annoyed to the core all the way to rewatching the final episode just to experience it once more. I honestly doubt I will ever experience another work, be it a movie, a series, a book, or a videogame the way I experienced She-Ra. Great props to the creators and everyone who participated in making this series (looking at you, voice actors).… Expand
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lezardfleckAug 27, 2020
This show is tumblr fanciction Fanfiction. Don't waste your time watching this.
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GeenanSep 7, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Season 1 starts amazing, 9/10. Catra is the breakout character and real protagonist of the show. She is one of the most compelling and likeable characters ever in fiction. An abused and abandoned little kitten that doesn't give up, fights back, vows revenge, and tries to make something great with her life -- all while crying out for love and appreciation. In season 1, we can watch Catra rise the ranks, overthrow her demonic abuser, and achieve recognition for her achievements. It is so emotionally satisfying!

Unfortunately, season 5 ends at a very disappointing note, 1/10. More disappointing even than the infamous final season of Game of Thrones. What SPOP did to Catra, destroying her character and nerfing her into Adora's little pet, was even worse than what GoT did to Daenerys.… Expand
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AceFrahmAug 22, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beware: There are a LOT of other mindless reviews that have nothing to say about the show's features, untruthfully giving a PERFECT 10 merely because LGBTQIA+ characters are present.

The animation is low frame rate with excessively simplistic costume & character designs. That makes it easier to animate, but also means there's no excuse for such low frame rates on this action-adventure content.

The writers did a race-swap of the character Bow for NO REASON, a lazy, anti-progressive "liberal" approach to race issues in our society on the part of this series' creators. They had nothing important to say about race in Etheria OR in our real world. They could have inserted any number of new black characters. Bow was ALREADY MORE INTERESTING, with whatever limited characterization he had, as a role model of a strong white male who's self-worth isn't defined by at least some instances of performative male toxic masculinity. They erased Bow's talent as the man in the She-Ra cast who uses stage magic, if not real magic. They had obvious opportunities here to show how well-adjusted white males deal with acusations of homosexuality based upon mere appearance or "muscular sexiness". They could have shown the dichotomy of being "a feminine male" if you ever show that you have big, chippendale-like muscles, but simultaneously also feminine if you have no muscles. In the context of stage magic, Bow's abdominals-revealing outfit acts as a useful distraction just like any Las Vegas stage magician's show-girl assistant's revealing outfit serves to misdirect the audience's eye away from the magic trick's secret. NONE of that was explored in this show. Bow was race-swapped without doing anything to establish whether or not the audience is supposed to understand that this is just 1 of many alternate dimension versions of a She-Ra, or if this is a "When She-Ra was a kid" story IN CONTINUITY with the prior FILMATION cartoons, and that "Bow" isn't just a particular person's NAME, but a TITLE held by a person who is supposed to be the bodyguard of the princess. These problems prove the creators of this particular She-Ra series didn't love She-Ra half as much as WE DO, or Masters Of The Universe generally. The creators could have shown us examples of martial "brotherly love" that has nothing to do with homosexuality serving in military unison right alongside concretely coupled homosexual males who are ALSO on "active duty". They could have shown us how these kinds of characters deal as a unified war-fighting TEAM, in the face of biggoted attacks against their force. Instead, all we got was a token-ized race-swapped character, which the creators should have known is the PHONIEST way to do inclusiveness in the 21st century. The whole of Masters Of The Universe has a kind of "pro-wrestling" goofyness to it, which isn't "bad" per se, it provides the creative ridiculous space in which to play and make jokes. But it would have been nice if the series had done a better job of showing us exactly how much might the forces of Etheria actually have to bring to bear in a war against The Horde, & vice-versa. Instead, it's ephemeral. More soldiers or tanks will show up if "the plot needs them". Which allows the writers to do lazy writing. The battles don't actually matter to the audience, because we can't detect how great or small the stakes are.

Swift Wind is only BARELY used in the series! She-Ra's pegacorn steed is central to establishing the magic fantasy nature of the setting, but he's only around for an episode and a half or so. Why put to WASTE such a useful, enjoyable character?

The worst part is that the writers didn't give the first campaign's story any plot consequences. After it is made CRYSTAL CLEAR that the villans have completely, utterly, and irreversably WON DECISIVE VICTORY, Adorra's lame-o half-heartedly non-commital "friends" show up too late to matter. But they use magic, and they still lose, not changing anything. But then the mushroom-girl with the magic flute enters on a magic-induced wave of water that washes away a tiny handful of enemy soldiers, and *poof*, suddenly all of the characters are acting like they didn't just lose to The Horde. No earned story-proof of mitigation of The Horde's victory is shown on-screen or in voice-over to we, the audience. It was SO BAD. What's worse, the use of magic has inconsistent costs. Magic can appearently be used by any character at any moment in any amount, and it *might* make them so "hurt bad" they need to be bed-ridden for days, or it might have no effect upon them. By the standards of the final battle, the mushroom-themed girl is the most powerful character in all of Etheria, & thus NO other characters' activities mattered at all, not even She-Ra's. Mushroom princess was always going to deus-ex-machina the good guys a victory no matter how much the writers already showed us the bad guys have a very, very final total victory.… Expand
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