Static Cling is a funny and cute adventure which along the way makes some brilliant statements on the modern day, specifically in comparing the world now to the world of 20 years ago. The messages concerning change are important ones that obviously reflect the creator's beliefs and I think the length the show went to show just how different the world is now was great to see. Minor spoilers here, but I never expected the show to introduce a trans subplot, but I think it's important considering what this special is trying to say.
Many may not like this element of the story, but remember, this is Rocko's 'Modern' Life. Not Rocko's '90's' Life. It's focusing on the current world, and trans people are a part of that. It's not pushing an agenda, it's reflecting the real world by showing that this is something people go through now. Just like how they also make jokes about nostalgia culture and modern technology.
Because ultimately, the episode is about change. People act as if change and new things are bad, when really, it's just something new to enjoy. Nostalgia culture is a large theme here (and a meta one of course), and everything said in the episode is true. People don't want things from their childhood to be different and so they hate it when it does change. Instead of embracing the new or simply ignoring it, they spew hatred towards it. This episode won't change that of course, it's just the culture we live in; but it's true, and I think it's an important piece of reflection on current media trends if nothing else.
Ignoring a few out of date jokes (the 'zack snyder' joke for example) and a runtime that could maybe have been slightly shorter, Static Cling is a faithful continuation of the series that is a joy to watch. If what you wanted was the same as before however, maybe you should steer clear, otherwise you might find yourself being the butt of the joke.
Many may not like this element of the story, but remember, this is Rocko's 'Modern' Life. Not Rocko's '90's' Life. It's focusing on the current world, and trans people are a part of that. It's not pushing an agenda, it's reflecting the real world by showing that this is something people go through now. Just like how they also make jokes about nostalgia culture and modern technology.
Because ultimately, the episode is about change. People act as if change and new things are bad, when really, it's just something new to enjoy. Nostalgia culture is a large theme here (and a meta one of course), and everything said in the episode is true. People don't want things from their childhood to be different and so they hate it when it does change. Instead of embracing the new or simply ignoring it, they spew hatred towards it. This episode won't change that of course, it's just the culture we live in; but it's true, and I think it's an important piece of reflection on current media trends if nothing else.
Ignoring a few out of date jokes (the 'zack snyder' joke for example) and a runtime that could maybe have been slightly shorter, Static Cling is a faithful continuation of the series that is a joy to watch. If what you wanted was the same as before however, maybe you should steer clear, otherwise you might find yourself being the butt of the joke.