Behind the Frames with A and J
Behind the Frames with A and J
Ava and Julia
Avatar and Korra the shows that changed episodic cartoons
1 hour 50 minutes Posted Apr 18, 2023 at 2:27 pm.
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This show proves that a kids show doesn’t have to be fluff Avatar the Last Air Bender is unanimously, among millennials and gen z alike to be one of if not the best cartoons on Nickelodeon. I was one of the pioneers of serialized “kids” cartoons. (I put kid in quotes because I believe that this show can be enjoyed at any age). It was 3 seasons of nonstop action and adventure, wonderful characters and was revolutionary for the time. Today we are here to gush about our favorite moments and talk about it’s future. 

  • Is not an anime but probably sparked the current anime revolution and anime elements to the show

  • The animation (hand drawn/grease pencil) art style

  • Landscapes and design of subtle world building

  • Lifelong impact of Avatar the last airbender 

    • We still quote it with our siblings

    • Diversity

    • We always compare it when were talking about good shows

  • The incredible story that continues to be one of our favorites

  • Our favorite moments:

  • Julia

    • The Pirates

    • The swamp

    • The blind bandit

    • Day dreams and Nightmares

    • Zuko’s return

    • The Library

    • Prison Break

  • Ava

    • Season 1 finale 

    • Appa momo silent episodes 

    • Toph introduction (revolutionary representation)

    • Swamp episode 

    • Eclipse battle 


    • Katara zuko revenge

  • The play

  • Series Finale

  • Korra and the hill it had to climb 

    • Failures of korra

    • Successes of Korra

    • Expanding an already rich world

    • The Origin of The Avatar Cycle

    • The hype for the original characters

    • Stepping away from Manga

  • More Manga

  • Discussion on new animated Avatar series