The show begins a hundred years after the Fire Nation plunged the nations into a global war. The “avatar” is the only one who can master all four bending styles. The story takes place in the world of four nations with roots in four natural elements - the Air Nomads, the Water Tribe, the Earth Kingdom and the Fire Nation - and some individuals in each nation are gifted with “bending” abilities related to their respective nation. While many exceptional aspects factor into the show’s popularity, the perfect balance of a fictional world with real-world themes is what drew me into the everlasting fandom. Its mature themes of imperialism, racism, genocide and patriotism are once again challenging the boundaries of what counts as “children’s television.” The current global confrontation with systemic racism and police violence make its heavier subtexts more relevant than ever.Ĭreated as a children’s show that first aired in 2005, the show has withstood the test of time and touched the hearts of generations well beyond its intended demographic. The Netflix relaunch of the Nickelodeon classic “Avatar: The Last Airbender” has reignited old viewers’ love for the show while ushering in a whole new generation of fans. Note: This review of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” contains spoilers.
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