Happy Tree Friends
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is a violent, mean-spirited site aimed right at your tweens and teens (as ads for iPods amply prove). It masquerades as cute, but characters are routinely gutted, blood spurts everywhere, rats gnaw at bodies. Parents, don't be fooled by the fact that the DVDs are sold at tween stores like Hot Topic. There is also no warning on this site. Ask your kids if they have seen the site. Then examine what they think is so funny about this violence.
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User Reviews
- Parents say
- Kids say
This site is Disgusting...and Sucker Punches Unsuspecting parents
Horrible, unfunny, and overrated...
Epic Failure
Extreme gross-out shorts=HILARIOUS!
What's it about?
A rotating group of cartoon stories show cute little characters who end up tortured, maimed or dead. Kids can watch short films then join part of a cyber chat world posting comments, showcasing artwork, etc.
Is it any good?
This site, in spite of its cheery name, is not for kids. Frankly, it's not for anyone. It is nightmare-inducing stuff. Characters lose their guts, brains, and eyeballs. It's as intentionally gross as it can be. There is nothing redeeming about this site. It is overwhelmingly commercial as well.
Talk to your kids about ...
Families can talk about violence in cartoons. How do you feel about seeing cartoon characters maimed, tortured, or killed? Do you think if animated characters are the object of violent acts, it's more acceptable than in live-action movies or shows?
Website details
- Genre: Fan Sites
- Pricing structure: Free
- Last updated: August 25, 2016
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