The 1980s was a golden era of animation and He-man was a highlight. Many cartoons at that time were produced purely for marketing commerce but unlike the other cartoons that followed this trend He-man had depth with a well scripted format and was not superficial. The scenario of the show is set in another galaxy that follows a mystical theme of well thought out opposing forces.
It was written in the form of an action comic and yet was not written in a serious manner but to teach young children about general ethics something lacking in todays cartoons. The characters are well formed allowing the program not just to be Dynamic but also making the protagonist He-man and the antagonist Skeletor icons of dual conflict and children's television. The stories are imaginative though they follow the same formula of the subtle Prince Adam transforming in to He-man and winning the day it is well adapted. He-man in its own right can be treated exceptionally as a superhero comic entertainment with a catchy music theme unlike the other commercial animation of the day.
My only complaint is that the animation could of been a little better and that it tried to reach more to a broader audience with She-Ra that really lacks originality and should not of been attempted but continued with more broadness. However a great cartoon and one recommended for today as it is timeless in a world of little imagination and writing talent.
It was written in the form of an action comic and yet was not written in a serious manner but to teach young children about general ethics something lacking in todays cartoons. The characters are well formed allowing the program not just to be Dynamic but also making the protagonist He-man and the antagonist Skeletor icons of dual conflict and children's television. The stories are imaginative though they follow the same formula of the subtle Prince Adam transforming in to He-man and winning the day it is well adapted. He-man in its own right can be treated exceptionally as a superhero comic entertainment with a catchy music theme unlike the other commercial animation of the day.
My only complaint is that the animation could of been a little better and that it tried to reach more to a broader audience with She-Ra that really lacks originality and should not of been attempted but continued with more broadness. However a great cartoon and one recommended for today as it is timeless in a world of little imagination and writing talent.