SheZow

The first time I heard about SheZow was during a commercial break while watching the HUB network. At first glance, my immediate thought was along the line of, "Ugh." Followed by a more deliberate thought of, "The animation makes South Park look like The Sorcerer's Apprentice." I decided to pass.

And then... A buzz started. Certain people started talking about this show using certain words. Words like, "propaganda," "agenda," and "THEM." My curiosity was up. I set my DVR to record the next episode. Was I ever in for a pleasant shock.

The show is about a young guy (Guy) and his sister (Kelly) who, along with their parents, move into their deceased Aunt Agnus' house. The two kids, 12-year-old fraternal twins, discover not only that their aunt was the super-heroin SheZow, but also find the source of SheZow's powers, a magic ring.

As Kelly (who just happens to be president of the SheZow fan club) is about to put on the ring and become the next SheZow, Guy takes it from her and puts the ring on himself, jokingly exclaiming, "You go girl!" The ring is activated, transferring all of SheZow's powers to Guy, along with the SheZow costume. Trying to get the ring off, Guy discovers he's stuck with it AND the super hero responsibilities that come with it.

There are a lot of she-based puns. A LOT of them. There are SHE- mergencies. Something funny is SHE-larious. Kicking it in the hot tub is totally SHE-laxing. You wouldn't believe how many things they can fit "she" into.

Among the powers of SheZow: A kind of extra-sensory perception called SHE- S-P. Super strength and speed. A Heavy-Handed Super She-Slap, and my favorite power... Wind Winkers! SheZow can create hurricane-force winds by blinking.

SheZow drives a SHE-hicle which can transform into a jet (the SHE-C-10) or a submarine (the S.S. SHE-Shell).

SheZow's accessories could give Batman a run for his money. Laser Lipstick, Boomerang Brush, Mega Mascara Whiplash, Ballistic Fishnets, Vanishing Cream...

SheZow, however, is not invulnerable. Like Superman with Kryptonite, SheZow does have a weakness... A messy hair-do.

I want to say that my first (less than impressed) impression of the animation was more than made up for by the intricate stories... But I can't. The stories are straight-up silliness, and that's what I really have come to like about it. It's got the bright and flashy for the little ones, immature humor for the slightly older little ones, and just enough adult humor to make the big ones like me "lol" with their nerve to reference Lindy Chamberlain.

I LOVE this show! SheZow has become one of my favorite current programs, and I'm glad I tuned in. To think... If it were not for the negative reports I had been hearing, I might not have ever given it a shot! I hope it gets picked up for a second SHEson... I mean, season.

I am 6 years old. I want the toy of Shezow. I want to have a Shezow pillow. I want the DVD's and Mum is making a costume. It's awesome. I want to meet Shezowwwww. I love Shezow because she is pretty and she is a boy who becomes a girl superhero. I like Maz, Kelly and Guy/Shezow. It's a good show. It's cool. Shezow is like me. Shezow has beautiful hair. I like how Guy is pretty cool with the superhero costume even though it's a girl's outfit. He is coming to terms with having a boy and a girl identity. The car is awesome because the glamrock in the car makes it powerful and it changes to become the she c ten. Note from Parent - This review is in my child's own words. She loves the show and I approve of it's concepts. It's written to be funny and entertaining for children not as a statement of any 'hidden agendas'. (Does Bugs Bunny have 'hidden agendas'?)The storyline could use some fine tuning, but what can you really do with a 10min episode, most of them are excellent anyway. Bring on season two of a superhero my child can relate to.

The fact that a 12 year boy cannot save the world unless he's in a pink costume meant for a female superhero is quite hilarious. And the fact that he will have to learn to embrace this embarrassing side-effect might actually be something good for kids to see. Maybe this is a cartoon who's time has come.

I found it entertaining and clever, and I think kids will find it funny. The characters are likable and the villains are funny. There are a lot of so-so kids cartoons out there - at least this one is unique.

If conservatives have a problem with it, I hope they actually WATCH it before they judge, because it's really quite innocent. I'm looking forward to seeing more episodes.

I personally enjoyed the show.. I think it's a show that kids will enjoy because of the concept of how Shezow came to be...Also because many kids can relate to many situations where they touched something they shouldn't have which resulted in some kind of consequence..The way that the brother tries to also become a super hero & reinvents himself each episode is exciting & interesting within itself. They will not get caught up in the controversy surrounding it because they won't see it as a trans gender show. They'll just see it as funny.. Great job to the writers on taking this risk although the negativity surrounding it is not warranted. Good luck on a successful venture...

I enjoy Shezow immensely! It starts off pretty slow and full of puns, so if that's not your thing, take heart that it eases up a little as it goes on. I really enjoy how Guy grows as a person through becoming Shezow, and I think this is a really important thing to have on-air. For me, the core of Shezow is the ability to find personal power through stereotypically feminine things, no matter your gender. The way that this show ends up handling that is wonderful. Where some other shows might stray down the path of being preachy, Shezow lets viewers grow as Guy does. His breaking out of rigidly masculine socialization feels natural, rather than forced for effect. It lends an air of freedom of personal expression to the show, and is something I am SO grateful to see on television.

In addition to all that, the show is hysterical! Pun-heavy humor calms down after the first few episodes as a better sense of Guy and his friends, family, and hometown develops. There are some colorful characters, especially the array of villains Shezow encounters. This may feel a little contrived in that it pokes fun at the over-the-top superhero genre, but there are also genuinely funny lines and interactions that shine in my memory. The amount of fun the show has with itself comes across clearly to viewers, and the result is a super delightful cartoon.