wigginsatticus

Another hilarious, well-paced Smiling Friends Adventure. So far my biggest problem with this show as a whole has been its 11 minute run time, which is not enough time in this unique world.

The episode itself peaks early, the wedding scene setting a high bar for the rest of the episode which it unfortunately doesn't meet up to. However, that's not to say the rest of the episode is mediocre, it's still great comedy and great animation wrapped up in a underwhelming narrative. Highlights like The Vampire Hunter being played by The Nostalgia Critic is paired with the rushed, somewhat disappointing conclusion. I know this review seems negative but there is a 9:10 ratio of stuff I liked to stuff I disliked (even the aspects I "disliked" is elements I found subpar for a show of this quality). I recommend you watch this episode, it doesn't waste your time, there are plenty of great jokes and gags, and its characters are well written and expressive.

Brother's egg starts strong and stays there for the entire 11 minute run time. Featuring popular YouTuber Joel Haver, Smiling Friends gives him a platform to act and animate in his signature rotoscope style, to great comedic success. Almost every 10 seconds there is a new visual gag or funny line to keep you engaged and entertained, and new characters like The Mad Scientist play off the main cast very well. Realistic, funny, yet awkward scenes make up a majority of this episodes jokes and narrative; to some people, these jokes may not land, but for me personally, I really enjoy the grounded approach to comedy in an often surreal world. Overall, this episode is worth your time and I highly recommend watching it.

Amongst a season as perfect as this one, Charlie, Pim, and Bill vs. The Alien combines everything audiences love about this show and cranks it to 11. Witty dialogue and banter, dynamic stop motion animation, and of course the characters Pim and Charlie. Charlie stands out a lot in this episode, as we get to see his character challenged based on his interactions with "The Alien" which escalates later in the episode (to great comedic effect). Another stand-out quality of this episode is the 20 second drug sequence, which uses experimental animation to convey the trip brilliantly. And to those who haven't watched this episode, it's worth it just for the final joke (it's out of this world). I hope Smiling Friends continues its stride for both its penultimate and final episode.