Crazy Fun Park
By Ty'Kira Smalls,
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Horror-comedy explores grief, friendship in the afterlife.
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What's the Story?
In CRAZY FUN PARK, the pragmatic Chester (Henry Strand) and chaotic Mapplethorpe (Stacy Clausen) are best friends, with Chester expertly drawing out Mapplethorpe's larger-than-life stories. They bond over their love for horror and all things creepy in their slow-moving small town. But after an argument between the two, Mapplethorpe is found dead the next day at the decrepit and sinister Crazy Fun Park. As Chester looks deeper into his friend's death, he discovers everything is not as it seems. Can the bond between these two stand the test of mortality?
Is It Any Good?
This series is full of fast-paced fun as well as tender, sometimes heavy moments. Crazy Fun Park expertly balances eccentricity with emotions. Strand and Clausen deliver strong performances, weaving through the cheerfulness of youth and raw vulnerability. As a horror-comedy, the series does have some spooky elements that might scare younger teens. But overall, there's a lot of potential for families to have conversations about grief and dealing with complex emotions.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the grief portrayed in Crazy Fun Park. How does Chester process his grief? Is it healthy? Why, or why not? How does his grieving process change throughout the series?
What are some of Chester and Mapplethorpe's personality traits? How do they complement each other? How do they differ? How does it change throughout the events in the series?
How do characters demonstrate empathy and perseverance? Why are these important character strengths?
TV Details
- Premiere date: October 1, 2023
- Cast: Henry Strand , Stacy Clausen , Hannah Ogawa
- Network: Hulu
- Genre: Comedy
- Topics: Friendship
- Character Strengths: Empathy , Perseverance
- TV rating: NR
- Award: Common Sense Selection
- Last updated: October 24, 2023
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