It is a show for kids, but surprisingly mature: we can see the psychological progression of a character from self-loathing in childhood to tyrannic and evil behaviour as an adult, and also themes such as racial discrimination, illness, doping in sport, and others. All of this is beautifully packaged in something a child can understand. So that's what I love about Alfred Kwak: unlike most children's shows, it doesn't treat children like little idiots, it gives them credit and believes in their ability to understand good and evil in contexts that are fairly close analogies to what happens in the real world. Also, i like that the characters grow up. In short, a clever and educational cartoon.
Review of Alfred J. Kwak
Alfred J. Kwak
(1989–1991)
A show for kids, but clever and mature
12 September 2022
Warning: Spoilers