Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts (2020)
Film details
Animation · Action & Adventure · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · Kids · Bill Wolkoff · 24min
Synopsis
A sheltered girl gets a crash course in survival when a mutant attack sends her to the surface, far from the safety of her underground home.
Verdict
⚠️ [IDEOLOGICAL ALERT]: Normalizes homosexual relationships in animated series for children.
In-depth analysis
Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts presents an animated post-apocalyptic world where an optimistic girl navigates between giant mutant animals and surviving humans. Although the adventure celebrates loyal friendship, courage, and music as bridges between species, it introduces early on narratives that normalize homosexuality in young characters, presenting it as an everyday and positive detail without question. In season 1, episode 10, a key member of the group reveals his homosexual orientation to the protagonist, who celebrates it without reservation, consolidating this vision as part of the collective heroism. Later seasons delve into same-sex romances, such as kisses between male characters, all in a light and festive tone aimed at children from age 7. This normalization sneaks in under the guise of 'acceptance of differences,' but diverts attention from traditional family bonds towards 'chosen' ties that redefine relational normality. The violence is cartoonish: falls, chases, and stylized battles without blood or real cruelty. There are no sexual innuendos or foul language, aligning with its TV-Y7 rating. However, the ideological background prioritizes affective fluidity over the natural order of human relationships, which demands parental discernment. The series fosters resilience and collaboration, but parents should guide conversations about identity and family to counteract implicit messages that equate all emotional affinity with fulfillment.