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Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo
- Cartoon Network
- Genre: Kids' Animation
Common Sense Media says
Body-hair martial arts antics are the pits.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this cartoon is so fast-paced and choppy that it's difficult even for an adult to follow. There are subtle-but-definite phallus images and mild body-part humor throughout the show, but it's easy to miss them amid the flashiness of the surroundings. As the series' only African-American character, Bobobo does suffer from some stereotyping that's just a part of the show's whole ridiculous package.
What's the story?
BOBOBO-BO BO-BOBO, which got its start as a Japanese comic book, is set in the distant future, when Earth is suffering under the terrorizing reign of the Margarita Empire. Ruler Tsuru Tsururina the Fourth, looking to strengthen his powerful grip over the world, has sent his "Hair Hunters" on a mission to steal hair from the heads of everyone they can reach. The fate of humankind rests on the well-chiseled shoulders of Bobobo, whose golden Afro symbolizes his dedication to protecting hair and fighting injustice. He can control his own body hair and make it grow on demand, overwhelming his enemies with lengthy weapons that sprout from his chest, his armpits, and, yes, his nose.
Is it any good?
In the spirit of the comic book world, each episode of this off-kilter cartoon ends with a cliffhanger to entice viewers to come back for more. ("How will Bobobo and his gang compete with a weapon of gas destruction?") While the show's rotating cast of sidekicks are as strange as Bobobo is, one bright spot is Beauty, Bobobo's female buddy, who seems to be the only character not suffering from some level of insanity. All in all, however, this one is worth shaving off your list.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about what audience this show is intended for. Is it aimed at anime fans? People who like strange or bizarre comedy? You can also discuss the series' structure. Do the episodes' scenarios make sense? Did you understand the plot? What, if anything, can be gained from watching shows like this?
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This is awesome
bo-bobo is the best show/manga ever
nothing compares
it cracks me up so badly i spent 3 years in the hospital
how can anyone give it less than 5 stars?
=]:-)
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Kid, 12 years old
April 9, 2008
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This is the most hilarious show on earth!
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Ever heard of a tan?
First of all you say that BoBoBo suffers from some sterotypes because he is African America....ever heard of a tan people? Its a tan. Bo Bo Bo is not african american. He just has a tan. Ok? Deal with it its not sterotyping anything. Second of all oh no there is body humor. One of the main character's attacks are farts. Last time I went to a Starbucks someone farted and said excuse me. We all fart. I find nothing wrong with fart jokes. And yes this show will only appeal to the fans of those who have grown to love the manga. Its just mean to be funny with its non sensical jokes. :) (japanese comic)
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OMG!!!!!!!BEST SHOW EVER!!!!!!!!!!
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!It is funny, weird, and good for a kid to watch ( unlike Dragon Ball Z ) !I say it is really great!
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bobobo is best for all
Bobobo is the funniest cartoon on earth, the show may have a few concerns but still Bobobo is best for children because the show is so funny in a great way that it makes lots of people laugh
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Wonderful
I, in my opinion, think it's great. & I don't really care what ou think of me for that. It takes a "special" kind of person to follow the plot well enough to understand & like it.
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Why.....*bonk on wall*..... Do.....*bonk on wall*..... people like this
this is the worst cartoon that has spwned from anime yet, i am not a fan of anime, but i do watch an occasional naruto (but the "believe it" he syas after every sentence is very annoying) but back to this, bo-bo-bo(?) is like a dumb person or something because he wears WOMENS swimsuits dresses like WOMEN and breaks up arguments about ice cream. Ok, and the girl always appears one the side of the screen with bug eyes for like every time she talks and teh torpedo with the girly legs is so lame i would rather..... oh geez, i dont think there is something extreme enough i could do and live
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Bo bo bo bo-bo bo .... huh?
Its too random for words... its disturbing, makes no sense, body hair is used as a weapon, and it looks like he's dating a little girl. The creatures/characters... how the heck can I discribe those... stupid I guess. I dont want to be judgy, but geeze.
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| Topics: | magic and fantasy, adventures |
| TV rating: | TV-Y7-FV |
| Network: | Cartoon Network |
| Cast: | George C. Cole, Philece Sampler, Richard Epcar |
| Genre: | Kids' Animation |
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