When Disney announced its intention to expand the Marvel Cinematic Universe to the small screen, we knew Disney Plus was in for an endless superhero series. The strategy is being put into action, and today several products are already available on the service – and more are on the way. However, there is another superhero series that has been gaining everyone’s attention since its premiere in 2019: boys.
Let’s be honest. When Amazon Prive Video revealed adaptation boys, which already had an established fan base in the comics world, did not generate much of a stir. First of all, of course, when compared with the Marvel series, which has the ability to blow up the Internet with every premiere.
There are two reasons for the lukewarm response to the announcement. The first, comics boys they were not so famous among the huge market consuming video streaming services. Whether we like it or not, Marvel’s popularity is unmatched.
On the other hand, at that time, Amazon was not yet able to offer a flagship series. That is, one that will manage the platform on its own; which weird things on Netflix or Game of Thrones on HBO. Therefore, there was no certainty that Amazon would be able to create a top adaptation, but we were wrong …
Literally in the first season boys turned out to be a great series. The best thing is that getting better season after season in all senses. At present, this is extremely difficult to achieve. For this reason, it is worth analyzing what qualities made boys one of the best series to date and the best of superheroes for many.
“Doable” story in the real world
Basic Approach boys it’s simple and complex at the same time. What would happen if superheroes existed in our world, would they really be the personification of good? In a perfect world, a group of heroes would fight insatiably to protect humanity. However, this does not happen in the Amazon series. knew they are involved in awkward situations; fully seduced by the idea of gaining more power and fame.
The most interesting thing is that they are ready to go to any crime in order to achieve their goals. If we add to this sinister corporation who “controls” superheroes for financial gain, and corrupt politicians also involved in illegal activities, the panorama turns into a mess. Are you familiar with this? Yes, this is the real world.
And, on the other hand, we have the representation of the vast majority of society. A group of citizens with their own problems, who, by the will of fate, to a greater or lesser extent, suffered from the illegal actions of superheroes and the resulting impunity. However, some of them are fed up with what is happening and, using the few resources they have at hand, band together to try to stop knew.
This attachment to the reality that you have boys let him grow fandom. Somehow we manage to connect their ridiculous situations with those that are happening in our world. Not one politician or other influential person from your country would fit perfectly into the series, right? – especially if you are from Latin America, like me –
boys not afraid to be politically incorrect
These days, we see how cautious filmmakers are in dealing with social problems. In some cases, they avoid them, and in others, they manage to enter a message that supports a specific reason. I will not enter into a discussion of whether this is a necessary step to meet the agenda, but it is indisputable that Some corporations promote values and ideals that they are not even capable of embodying behind closed doors..
BUT boys he likes to move in this environment double standarts; showing how politicians, private companies and public figures are delivering positive messages while working hard to cover up endless shameful acts. Nonetheless, the series doesn’t take sides with any particular side and in general there is a lot of teasing for everyone.
If the opportunity presents itself to criticize and ridicule the systemic machismo and impunity of patriarchy, he will do it. Similarly, you can two minutes after feminism. He also won’t regret making fun of how companies are betting on inclusion and diversity. Again: boys it shoots in all directions, and not everyone will like it. You have to understand what it is satire.
Violence, blood and wholesale sex
Of course, the river of blood that flows in almost every episode boys it was an important ingredient in capturing the attention of part of their current audience. And the thing is, when we talk about productions based on superhero stories, there will always be moments of action. However, few dare to display graphic violence. BUT boys he doesn’t care about everythingand its creatives have the green light to show the craziest episodes – like the one from the first episode of Season 3 that blew our heads off.
Also, when you pair superheroes with high testosterone levels, money, fame, and great power, sex on the agenda. While it’s not a priority for the series to feature sexual scenes, and to be honest, none of them seem out of place in the story, when she gets the chance to explore those moments, she does. open. The proof of this is Herogasmus, which for many is the best chapter in history. boys: Aglaya Berlutti, from hypertextdescribes it perfectly:
“In the sixth chapter boys there are tentacles shaped like monumental penises. Flaming penises, icy dildos. Amazing ejaculation on an insane and grotesque level. But under all the provocations, Eric Kripke [showrunner] managed to conduct a complex analysis of the personality of their characters. Also, use it as context for their motivation, pain, and trauma. All the while, what seemed like the wildest scene imaginable became background noise for other versions of the limits of humanity.”
boys did not hesitate to demonstrate sexual intercourse between I knew and octopus – no kidding. In fact, Kripke himself admits that this scene set alarm in amazon. “For some crazy reason, the Department of Standards and Practices has a policy against bestiality. They are very strict. The discussion of this scene and how we pulled it off really caused a lot of red flags on all sorts of levels at Amazon. because it’s supposed not to show people having relationships with animals, and I understand that,” he said. Luckily, the company only encouraged them to make it clear that it was an orgy between superheroes.
Without taking your foot off the accelerator
Another point that distinguished boys since its first season is his pace is insane; very rarely goes down. When this happens, it’s because we really need a break from the event that left us alone. shock.
In addition, despite the fact that the series has many characters who are assigned the main role, give everyone the attention they deserve. Billy “The Butcher”, Hughie Campbell, Annie (Starlight), T. Milk, Frenchy, Kimiko, Homelander, Queen Maeve and A-Train, among others, are also treated individually without expanding their space more than necessary.
To date, the story is developing in a very good way. I hope that those responsible will continue in the same spirit in the future. Be careful if you continue like this in the next seasons, we can face one of the best series of all time.
Source: Hiper Textual
