Solar Opposites (2020)

Review Team

4/5

Solar Opposites presents a fascinating blend of humour and social commentary, cleverly encapsulating the alien experience of navigating human life. The show follows a family of aliens who, after their planet's destruction, find themselves in suburban America. The creators, Justin Roiland and Mike Mc ... Show more >> Solar Opposites presents a fascinating blend of humour and social commentary, cleverly encapsulating the alien experience of navigating human life. The show follows a family of aliens who, after their planet's destruction, find themselves in suburban America. The creators, Justin Roiland and Mike McMahan, successfully craft a narrative that is both hilarious and thought-provoking. The animation style is vibrant, capturing the absurdity of the situations the characters encounter. Each episode offers a fresh perspective on familiar human behaviours, making it relatable despite its outlandish premise. The character arcs are well-developed, particularly that of the Pupa, which serves as a central metaphor for growth and adaptation. Overall, Solar Opposites is an engaging watch for those who appreciate a mix of wit and satire in their animation. Show less

Editor Team

3/5

Solar Opposites is a wild ride that sometimes stumbles over its own absurdity. While the premise—aliens trying to figure out life on Earth—is intriguing, the execution can feel uneven. The humour ranges from laugh-out-loud funny to a bit too bizarre for my taste. The character dynamics are entertain ... Show more >> Solar Opposites is a wild ride that sometimes stumbles over its own absurdity. While the premise—aliens trying to figure out life on Earth—is intriguing, the execution can feel uneven. The humour ranges from laugh-out-loud funny to a bit too bizarre for my taste. The character dynamics are entertaining, especially the interactions between the aliens and humans. However, the show occasionally sacrifices coherence for shock value, which might not sit well with everyone. It’s definitely a show that appeals to fans of animated series with a sci-fi twist, but it might leave others scratching their heads. If you're looking for something unconventional and willing to embrace the weirdness, give it a shot, but don't expect a straightforward narrative. Show less