Comedy isn’t as simple as one may think.
At this point in the show,Homer hadnt strangled Bart for about four years.
This has led audiences to think the outdated gag would finally come to an end.
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Not long after, the gag reemerged inThe SimpsonsSeason 36, Episode 11 Bottle Episode.
To make matters even worse, Bart acknowledges it and says, Its what I bring to the table.
Safe to say,it’s not one of the best lessons to take fromThe Simpsons.
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One notable memory is inThe SimpsonsSeason 6, Episode 13 “And Maggie Makes Three.
The reason why Maggie’s photos aren’t in the family album?
Homer placed them over this plaque to change the message to “Do it for her.”
One of the most stagnant Simpsons characters is due for some growth.
One of the storylines inThe Simpsons Moviedeals with Homer and Bart’s struggling relationship.
It’s a subtle, yet chilling moment that shows how strained Bart and Homer’s dynamic is.
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The film fails to reconcile their differences satisfyingly.
Unfortunately, just asThe Simpsonsrefuses to let the characters age, they also can’t grow emotionally.
The simplest thing he could do, however?
Stop strangling his kids.
