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By Marty Brown
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Classic animated sci-fi has violence, sex, intrigue.
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Aeon Flux
What's the Story?
Aeon Flux is about a skilled assassin working against a self-appointed dictator named Trevor Goodchild. The only things standing in her way are her constantly shifting allegiances and on-again off-again romance with... Trevor Goodchild himself.
Is It Any Good?
MTV's 1995 series was distinctive even for its time in how much it rewards close attention. Most contemporary television is built for casual viewing, binge watching, or even multi-tasking, but Aeon Flux is different. Most notably, its constantly shifting game of cat-and-mouse between Flux and Goodchild, the allies and enemies frequently switch places, and the action that happens in the margins of the screen when other events are taking place. The whole experience feels unique, especially when compared to the streaming era. It's easy to see how it became a cult classic.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Aeon Flux. Who is the central character? How does she interact with others? What are her motives? What drives her?
What are the political conflicts dramatized in Aeon Flux? How do the sides differ from each other ideologically? How do their ideologies inform their behavior?
How does the series reward close attention? What are some things a close viewer might follow that a casual viewer might miss? Why do you think the creator designed the show this way?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 8, 1995
- Cast : Denise Poirier , John Rafter Lee
- Networks : MTV , Paramount+
- Genre : Science Fiction
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 18, 2022
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