Why is South Park a Cult Classic Among Science Enthusiasts?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the cultural significance of the animated series South Park, particularly among science enthusiasts. Participants share their personal experiences and opinions regarding the show's humor, themes, and episodes, reflecting on its impact and legacy.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a strong affection for South Park, citing its willingness to challenge popular opinions and poke fun at various subjects.
  • Others note that while they enjoy certain episodes, they find some content vulgar or off-putting.
  • A few participants mention specific episodes they appreciate, such as the three-part Cthulhu episode and the Scientology episode.
  • There are mixed feelings about the show's longevity compared to other animated series like The Simpsons, with some believing it should not last as long.
  • One participant shares a personal anecdote about watching the show during a painful recovery, highlighting its memorable moments despite the discomfort.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express a fondness for South Park, but opinions vary significantly regarding its content and overall quality. There is no consensus on whether the show is universally good or bad, as some participants appreciate its humor while others criticize it.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference specific episodes and personal experiences, which may influence their views. The discussion reflects a range of subjective opinions without resolving the differing perspectives on the show's value.

Who May Find This Useful

Fans of animated series, particularly those interested in the intersection of humor and social commentary, may find this discussion engaging.

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I love it. That's why my id is Stan Marsh.
One reason why I respect the directors is that when *most* people are wrong, the director is not afraid to point it out, even though he knows that it will piss everyone off.
 
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I love it.
 
south park is bad, m'okay ?
s*r*w you guys, I'm going home !
 
I don't watch much South Park, but when I do, I generally enjoy it.
 
Some episodes are simply vulgar (the X-Mas episode a few years back), but others are quite well done. Recently I loved the three-part episode with Cthulhu. Classic!
 
Heh. More like Stan Darsh!
 
NO! Go to hell and die!

One of my most often quoted lines I say to my seniors in class:

"Children, there's a time and place for everything. It's called college."
 
I love it. There will always be a place in my heart for vulgar cartoons.
 
I don't watch it that much but I do agree that it is quite good.
 
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Jack21222 said:
I don't watch much South Park, but when I do, I generally enjoy it.

"I don't always drink beer, but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis."

Sorry, could not help it...

Why, yes! I love South Park. But, I do not think SP will last as long as The Simpsons, nor should it.
 
  • #11
South Park is classic. Like the OP said: always ready to poke fun at whoever is wrong (no matter how many of them there are).

I love the Scientology episode among others.
 
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10 years ago I watched back-to-back "Timmy" episodes right after dental surgery. My mouth was wrecked from having three or four hands pushing and pulling my lips and gums around. It hurt to laugh. a. lot. but still I watched, in pain, for an hour and a half.

TIMMY! GOBBLES!

Tim-mey!

Cripple fight!

I haven't seen a new episode in about 5 years, but that's mostly because I don't have the time for television. But those first few seasons were priceless.
 

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