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Though humorous, Inside Out 2's parodies of Bluey fall short of what makes the show dear to so many. First shown to viewers in Inside Out 2, Bloosy is an animated purple dog with buck teeth and a blue capace. Riley's favorite childhood TV show, Bloosy's House has a fictional 2D character named He. Though Bloofy has similar traits as many shows targeted at the preschool audience, the character is generally thought to be a parody of the eponymous character of Bluey with them both being dogs and having close-sounding names.
Pixar is well-known for their easter eggs, and Inside Out 2 featured several of them too. Bloofy stood out among all the present in the film, though. He was rather unforgettable because of his unexpected fourth wall breaching moment and the comparisons he made between him and other Disney characters like Goofy. Although he would have been a fantastic addition to the movie, the mimicked character missed out on expressing what truly makes Bluey so unique for viewers of all ages.
Bloosy is handled in Inside Out 2 as something to be ashamed of. Riley's vault holds the imaginary dog character, where all of her suppressed psychological components find home. Among the other things residing there are her "Deep Dark Secret" and a video game character she had harbored a crush on from her early years. Riley feels embarrassed of her love for Bloosy, hence she is not at ease sharing it with others. For Riley, it is shown as some type of "Guilty Pleasure" and something she considers as "too childish" for the world to know about.
Although it makes logical that a teenage Riley would not be promoting her love for Bloofy, Inside Out 2 presents it as something to be ashamed of, therefore missing the point of Bluey. Bluey is meant for everyone, so it has evolved as big of a cultural phenomena as it is. Since its publication, Bluey has become rather popular among adults because of its entertaining humor and the Life Lessons it offers that apply to persons of all ages.
For viewers, Bluey really appeals the same way as Pixar films do. Though animated shows and movies might sometimes be categorized as "childrens' entertainment," Bluey and Pixar movies indicate that the media can be for viewers of all ages. Regardless of their age, Bluey and Pixar films appeal to the heart strings of so many people, which is why they are so much sought for in the entertainment industry.
Though it's a funny addition to the movie, Inside Out 2's Bloofy is a lost chance to really portray what makes Bluey so unique. Rather of appreciating the show's appeal to viewers of all ages, the film presents it as something to be embarrassed about, a "Guilty Pleasure" best kept secret. This distorts the actual worth of the show since its worldwide appeal, sympathetic characters, and touching narratives define it.
Bluey's true power resides in its capacity to engage viewers of many generations. Viewers of many ages will find great resonance in the show's smart comedy, creative games, and underlying themes of family and friendship. Inside Out 2 lost the chance to honor Bluey's joy and universality by depicting Bloosy as something to be embarrassed of.
The follow-up to the 2015 original movie, Inside Out 2 features Riley, a young child with a literally head full of emotions. The all-star group brought to life the feelings teenagers experience as they develop, evolve, and adjust to new circumstances: Amy Pohler as Joy, Bill Hader as Anxiety, Mindy Kaling as Disgust, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, and Lewis Black as Anger. Currently under development, this sequel will see Amy Pohler returning as Joy alongside Riley, a now adolescent friend.
Examining the complexity of teenage emotions and how they impact our choices and relationships, Inside Out 2 looks to be an interesting follow-up to the first movie. Audiences of all ages will find the sequel to be a hit given its gifted ensemble and distinctive Animation technique.