In the future, Lisa makes a shocking college decision that hurts Marge, leading to a surprising place.In the future, Lisa makes a shocking college decision that hurts Marge, leading to a surprising place.In the future, Lisa makes a shocking college decision that hurts Marge, leading to a surprising place.
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Dan Castellaneta
- Homer Simpson
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Julie Kavner
- Marge Simpson
- (voice)
Nancy Cartwright
- Bart Simpson
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Yeardley Smith
- Lisa Simpson
- (voice)
Hank Azaria
- Kirk Van Houten
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Harry Shearer
- Ned Flanders
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Werner Herzog
- Werner Herzog
- (voice)
Nate Silver
- Nate Silver
- (voice)
Pamela Hayden
- Milhouse Van Houten
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Tress MacNeille
- Little Boy
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Chris Edgerly
- Todd Flanders
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Eric Lopez
- Lisa's Student #1
- (voice)
Maggie Roswell
- Helen Lovejoy
- (voice)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaMarge mentions that Lisa could be the first Simpson to graduate from college, though Marge is revealed to have graduated from Springfield University in That '90s Show (2008). This is still technically true, as Marge graduated from college as a Bouvier.
- GoofsWhen Lisa is shown standing in front of the White House, the vertical American flags are hung wrong. When hung vertically, the stars should be at the top-left, not the top-right.
- Quotes
Homer Simpson: [to Lisa] Here's a secret, honey. All jobs suck. That's why you get paid to do them.
- ConnectionsReferences Fantasia (1940)
- SoundtracksTake Him to the Prom
(uncredited)
Original written by Bart Howard
Parody lyrics by J. Stewart Burns
Performed by Hank Azaria
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I'm not sure if the other comments on this page were made by bitter "over-enthusiasts," or other comic-book-guy-time suckers in need of some hours logged at jobs that force patient focus on nurturing the most vulnerable; BUT, I'm sure the comments were made by kind, and well-meaning folks, with just some misplaced fervor. I'm often one of these myself- so I get it. However, I would like to submit the following dissent.
(I admit, it's personally a therapeutic exercise; and also kills two trolls with one stone because I have 30 minutes to kill waiting for another piece of paperwork from our ever-loving bureaucrats at the DMV. Bless their sweet baby hearts).
DISSENT The Simpsons- (i.e. The many writers, and artists- employed by Fox and Disney to perpetuate an adult cartoon created over 33 years ago by a couple of swell guys), - I say, The Simpsons probably don't have a secret evil scheme to subtly sexualize the show for the >1% of perverted poor choice-makers who might be suffering from diseases that exploit brain dispositions towards such filth like watching drawings of yellow people (or yellow people under the age of majority) for sexual stimulation. I would actually be willing to bet a ton of money on it, though I don't really gamble. I would make an exception for this, so if there's someone out there who'd like to take that bet, let me know.
Of course, I could be wrong (and I've no pride left to hurt so, bring it), but logic tells me that it would be highly counterproductive to use time and resources to hint at such perversions, especially in ways that are so "subtle," as to be non-existent to everyone except those who are diseased (not excused) or their victims who suffer innocently. I must remain hopeful of our humanity, even if slightly idealistic, that the population of those who fall into this category is less than 1%, (However, as a realist also, with all the grandeur that the internet has produced- I fear the inter web will also raise this percentage, and that sickens, and deeply saddens me).
Also, I would dare say that a person who can conjure subtle attempts to suggestively sneak in sexual exploitation of minors for the purpose of satisfying perceived sexual perversions in their audience, are the same who are likely able to conjure such fantasy anywhere and in anything, (E. G. sexy in The Waltons, Happy Days, Full House, 7th Heaven, Christian rock, Milesian culture, tooth paste etc...).
As a single working father of 4 young children I absolutely understand the need to root out and fight against the exploitation of minors at all costs. I feel that. I also can identify. But I also the importance of parsing out dangers and reducing the overwhelming irrational fears that seem to buzz around us and threaten our thriving.
If we take, for example, any of the alleged, "blatant," (though soberly far-fetched) "sizzling," scenes suggested in the comments above, and give just a bit of scrutiny, we must ask: "what would these writers and/or artists turn for their personal profit?" I'm not going to pretend that the inhumane actions and monstrous choices of those who seek to satisfy themselves at the cost of innocents, are ever rational. Nor would I try to convince anyone that those who make such choices are reasonable or logical most of the time. But a cost/benefit analysis is always a worthy use of time.
I choose to believe in the goodness inherent in humanity - at least enough to expect that any offense concerning the serious matter of sexual exploitation of minors is quickly dispatched, and rarely reaches the audience. But even if that's wishful thinking, I think my thoughts are still valid and worth exploring.
I could be wrong, but I hope I'm not, when I submit that it seems like no one (the perverted, or the perfect) would stand to gain anything from what's been suggested in the comments on this IMDB thread. There's just too little evidence of abnormalities or instances suggestive in this specific way. The Simpsons can defend themselves. I'm interested in defending certain principles found within this entire thread and also in episode 20.
As for the relevancy of this show, it's the longest running ever, (not that it's an authoritative reason to blindly accept its value); and believe it remains in the lead because of its ability to use the ancient art of intelligent, once wholly original, witticisms. It employs reductio ad absurdum, and satire to make serious comments on the true plagues and horrors in our global society (most of which should be given higher, urgency, and priority than the sometimes irrational fears of under-prioritizing Covid, not to downplay the seriousness of Covid). The Simpsons thankfully do it in an entertaining way instead of a lecture (like this comment).
I don't always agree with some of the more obviously biased positions but, they mostly do well evening it out by the end of each episode. (EX the honker-ultra-masculine testosterone truck that Homer buys in episode 19, is a punchline, yet, no doubt that even these obnoxious trucks have a time and a place where they are valued and even needed)
My personal belief system aside, I'm sure glad someone is still keeping a few of us honest. The hilarious and sometimes obscene shows that are now also beloved, would not exist without the Simpsons style paving the way. To be sure to give the newer ones credit, they all add original twists (EG Seth McFarlane shows, South Park etc.) I've never cried at any of these silly cartoon sitcoms except the Simpsons, and for me that is important, especially when criticizing relevancy and authenticity.
The best part of the genius that is The Simpsons, is that after all the laughs and all the damning jabs at our human weaknesses- that could easily fuel the potential of turning the viewer into a bitter, sarcastic "Willoughby/Morrissey"-type negative Nancy/Nathan (see episode 19)); after all the feelings of a fated jaded life... the creators could leave us Debbie Downing; but instead the viewer is almost always reminded of the need to balance everything, and resist taking oneself too seriously; and by the end of the episode we are reminded of the goodness that humanity -the global family- has to offer, and how it begins with an essential, fundamental building block THE NUCLEAR FAMILY UNIT (The Simpsons!) (sometimes dysfunctional but love and forgiveness prevail). What other ways do the creators accomplish the feelings of edification, eureka, and positivity? Less important details, like how the franchise is constantly making fun of it's own strange and phenomenal success, and existence. No one is ever left out when it comes to scrutiny. In the end, each episode is really always just trying to tell the audience one basic truth: "FAMILY, IS WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT," and by extension, LOVE is the whole point of everything. Episode 20 might be a bit duplicative. (How could it not be duplicative at 32.5 seasons)? But, it is this type of redundancy we always seem to need as a global family: as I stated above- we can always use more awareness our own, often crippling, lack of logic and reasoning, and short-sightedness when prioritizing what's important- and how we can all do better at being inclusive, unifying and protectors the vulnerable (who's is everyone at some point in our lives)!
AS FOR THE SUCCESSFUL ACHIEVEMENT OF THE EPISODE IN QUESTION:
Behold, a mother's unceasing love (i.e. Sacrifice) for her child. This notion is sacred, and even with all the irony of The Simpsons at its best, they keep this notion sacred.
If you've read this far, I commend you. I'm even boring myself, and I love to read my own wordsπ.
I created an IMDB account with only one purpose in mind, and that was to make this comment! π Now, I plan to set the world to right by continuing my stuffy, wordy, exhausting comment crusade across all internet threads in all forums!!! I'm pretty much a hero for this.
-ROME ANDRE RAPIER.
(I admit, it's personally a therapeutic exercise; and also kills two trolls with one stone because I have 30 minutes to kill waiting for another piece of paperwork from our ever-loving bureaucrats at the DMV. Bless their sweet baby hearts).
DISSENT The Simpsons- (i.e. The many writers, and artists- employed by Fox and Disney to perpetuate an adult cartoon created over 33 years ago by a couple of swell guys), - I say, The Simpsons probably don't have a secret evil scheme to subtly sexualize the show for the >1% of perverted poor choice-makers who might be suffering from diseases that exploit brain dispositions towards such filth like watching drawings of yellow people (or yellow people under the age of majority) for sexual stimulation. I would actually be willing to bet a ton of money on it, though I don't really gamble. I would make an exception for this, so if there's someone out there who'd like to take that bet, let me know.
Of course, I could be wrong (and I've no pride left to hurt so, bring it), but logic tells me that it would be highly counterproductive to use time and resources to hint at such perversions, especially in ways that are so "subtle," as to be non-existent to everyone except those who are diseased (not excused) or their victims who suffer innocently. I must remain hopeful of our humanity, even if slightly idealistic, that the population of those who fall into this category is less than 1%, (However, as a realist also, with all the grandeur that the internet has produced- I fear the inter web will also raise this percentage, and that sickens, and deeply saddens me).
Also, I would dare say that a person who can conjure subtle attempts to suggestively sneak in sexual exploitation of minors for the purpose of satisfying perceived sexual perversions in their audience, are the same who are likely able to conjure such fantasy anywhere and in anything, (E. G. sexy in The Waltons, Happy Days, Full House, 7th Heaven, Christian rock, Milesian culture, tooth paste etc...).
As a single working father of 4 young children I absolutely understand the need to root out and fight against the exploitation of minors at all costs. I feel that. I also can identify. But I also the importance of parsing out dangers and reducing the overwhelming irrational fears that seem to buzz around us and threaten our thriving.
If we take, for example, any of the alleged, "blatant," (though soberly far-fetched) "sizzling," scenes suggested in the comments above, and give just a bit of scrutiny, we must ask: "what would these writers and/or artists turn for their personal profit?" I'm not going to pretend that the inhumane actions and monstrous choices of those who seek to satisfy themselves at the cost of innocents, are ever rational. Nor would I try to convince anyone that those who make such choices are reasonable or logical most of the time. But a cost/benefit analysis is always a worthy use of time.
I choose to believe in the goodness inherent in humanity - at least enough to expect that any offense concerning the serious matter of sexual exploitation of minors is quickly dispatched, and rarely reaches the audience. But even if that's wishful thinking, I think my thoughts are still valid and worth exploring.
I could be wrong, but I hope I'm not, when I submit that it seems like no one (the perverted, or the perfect) would stand to gain anything from what's been suggested in the comments on this IMDB thread. There's just too little evidence of abnormalities or instances suggestive in this specific way. The Simpsons can defend themselves. I'm interested in defending certain principles found within this entire thread and also in episode 20.
As for the relevancy of this show, it's the longest running ever, (not that it's an authoritative reason to blindly accept its value); and believe it remains in the lead because of its ability to use the ancient art of intelligent, once wholly original, witticisms. It employs reductio ad absurdum, and satire to make serious comments on the true plagues and horrors in our global society (most of which should be given higher, urgency, and priority than the sometimes irrational fears of under-prioritizing Covid, not to downplay the seriousness of Covid). The Simpsons thankfully do it in an entertaining way instead of a lecture (like this comment).
I don't always agree with some of the more obviously biased positions but, they mostly do well evening it out by the end of each episode. (EX the honker-ultra-masculine testosterone truck that Homer buys in episode 19, is a punchline, yet, no doubt that even these obnoxious trucks have a time and a place where they are valued and even needed)
My personal belief system aside, I'm sure glad someone is still keeping a few of us honest. The hilarious and sometimes obscene shows that are now also beloved, would not exist without the Simpsons style paving the way. To be sure to give the newer ones credit, they all add original twists (EG Seth McFarlane shows, South Park etc.) I've never cried at any of these silly cartoon sitcoms except the Simpsons, and for me that is important, especially when criticizing relevancy and authenticity.
The best part of the genius that is The Simpsons, is that after all the laughs and all the damning jabs at our human weaknesses- that could easily fuel the potential of turning the viewer into a bitter, sarcastic "Willoughby/Morrissey"-type negative Nancy/Nathan (see episode 19)); after all the feelings of a fated jaded life... the creators could leave us Debbie Downing; but instead the viewer is almost always reminded of the need to balance everything, and resist taking oneself too seriously; and by the end of the episode we are reminded of the goodness that humanity -the global family- has to offer, and how it begins with an essential, fundamental building block THE NUCLEAR FAMILY UNIT (The Simpsons!) (sometimes dysfunctional but love and forgiveness prevail). What other ways do the creators accomplish the feelings of edification, eureka, and positivity? Less important details, like how the franchise is constantly making fun of it's own strange and phenomenal success, and existence. No one is ever left out when it comes to scrutiny. In the end, each episode is really always just trying to tell the audience one basic truth: "FAMILY, IS WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT," and by extension, LOVE is the whole point of everything. Episode 20 might be a bit duplicative. (How could it not be duplicative at 32.5 seasons)? But, it is this type of redundancy we always seem to need as a global family: as I stated above- we can always use more awareness our own, often crippling, lack of logic and reasoning, and short-sightedness when prioritizing what's important- and how we can all do better at being inclusive, unifying and protectors the vulnerable (who's is everyone at some point in our lives)!
AS FOR THE SUCCESSFUL ACHIEVEMENT OF THE EPISODE IN QUESTION:
Behold, a mother's unceasing love (i.e. Sacrifice) for her child. This notion is sacred, and even with all the irony of The Simpsons at its best, they keep this notion sacred.
If you've read this far, I commend you. I'm even boring myself, and I love to read my own wordsπ.
I created an IMDB account with only one purpose in mind, and that was to make this comment! π Now, I plan to set the world to right by continuing my stuffy, wordy, exhausting comment crusade across all internet threads in all forums!!! I'm pretty much a hero for this.
-ROME ANDRE RAPIER.
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