I really loved this episode. It is a classic Cartman setup.
The boys dye his hair to teach him a lesson. I thought he would learn empathy. Instead, he completely doubles down. He becomes a ginger supremacist. It is so perfectly in character. I laughed out loud at that twist.
The escalation to a lava pit at the airport hotel was ridiculous. It was the best kind of South Park chaos. Kyle finally whispers the truth. Cartman immediately starts singing a cheesy peace song. He does it just to save his own skin. I cracked up at that moment.
The concept is simple but highly effective. The humour is sharp and consistent throughout. I appreciate that the show lets him be his own worst enemy. It avoids forcing a fake moral lesson.
7.5/10: exactly the kind of funny episode I tune in for.
Where to watch
India
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