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Apologies for this post being out so late. I've been so busy with other projects on the blog this week, I genuinely forgot about my South Park reviews. I made sure to double back and watch this episode earlier today, and boy am I glad I did. It's not a real secret that I've mostly enjoyed this season, with most episodes being quite strong. So far, I have to say that I think this one is my favorite. There's no particular reason for this; "Sons A Witches" is just a strong episode with plenty of laughs.
Our main storyline for this week focuses around Randy and the rest of the guys, gathered together to celebrate Halloween the way they always do, with plenty of Jack Daniels and crack. During the latest meeting, one of the guys brings in a spellbook, and transforms into a witch. I was actually kind of surprised how little actual witchcraft this episode had; beyond some casual child abduction and exploding pumpkins, the story was quite reserved. Not that that's a bad thing, really, as most of it focuses around the impact of this rogue witch. I've heard plenty of people point this story out as an obvious parody of Harvey Weinstein, with many big time Hollywood executives doing their best to distance themselves from him. Regardless of whether or not you agree, the best part about this episode is that a more nuanced approach. I'm sure Matt and Trey could've gone all-in on a parody, but a more reserved approach makes for better content. Unfortunately, this moment is basically the climax of the story arc. Beyond some good gags here and there(loved the guys' awkward song at the school, and very glad to see Garrison back), there's not much to this. Could've also done with a lot less of the "witch pursuit thing" joke. Just like a lot of South Park's running jokes, it can be funny once or twice, but hearing it over and over again over the course of the episode was deeply aggravating.
I kind of feel like Cartman and Heidi have become the masters of the sideplot this season. They once again play the secondary role, as Cartman grows increasingly frustrated with Heidi's lack of time management skills. The fact that he jumps to "abduction by way of witch" rather than just breaking up with her is classic Cartman. His schemes are always quite fun to watch, but I do have to wonder what this is all building up to. This relationship has been given some much attention by the show for the past two season, that surely there has to be a big payoff in store.
8/10
Like most of the rest of this season, this episode had it's moments and maintained a lot of the moment from this season, with quite a few strong gags. Yes, I had a few nits to pick, but that'll probably always be the case. I pride myself on my ability to be a cynical a**hole.
Our main storyline for this week focuses around Randy and the rest of the guys, gathered together to celebrate Halloween the way they always do, with plenty of Jack Daniels and crack. During the latest meeting, one of the guys brings in a spellbook, and transforms into a witch. I was actually kind of surprised how little actual witchcraft this episode had; beyond some casual child abduction and exploding pumpkins, the story was quite reserved. Not that that's a bad thing, really, as most of it focuses around the impact of this rogue witch. I've heard plenty of people point this story out as an obvious parody of Harvey Weinstein, with many big time Hollywood executives doing their best to distance themselves from him. Regardless of whether or not you agree, the best part about this episode is that a more nuanced approach. I'm sure Matt and Trey could've gone all-in on a parody, but a more reserved approach makes for better content. Unfortunately, this moment is basically the climax of the story arc. Beyond some good gags here and there(loved the guys' awkward song at the school, and very glad to see Garrison back), there's not much to this. Could've also done with a lot less of the "witch pursuit thing" joke. Just like a lot of South Park's running jokes, it can be funny once or twice, but hearing it over and over again over the course of the episode was deeply aggravating.
I kind of feel like Cartman and Heidi have become the masters of the sideplot this season. They once again play the secondary role, as Cartman grows increasingly frustrated with Heidi's lack of time management skills. The fact that he jumps to "abduction by way of witch" rather than just breaking up with her is classic Cartman. His schemes are always quite fun to watch, but I do have to wonder what this is all building up to. This relationship has been given some much attention by the show for the past two season, that surely there has to be a big payoff in store.
8/10
Like most of the rest of this season, this episode had it's moments and maintained a lot of the moment from this season, with quite a few strong gags. Yes, I had a few nits to pick, but that'll probably always be the case. I pride myself on my ability to be a cynical a**hole.
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