Rocko’s Modern Life #1 Review

Writer: Ryan Ferrier / Artist: Ian McGinty / Boom Studios Here again with another cartoon correspondence and loving the new 90s scene! new new… I was ecstatic to receive the first press issue given to BNP from BOOM Studios – Rocko’s Modern Life the comic. Just hot off writing about my anticipation for the TV movie “Static Cling” airing spring 2018, I’m gifted the chance to review this gem! The first thing you notice is the aesthetic – illustrated exactly how we all love and bursting with commentary, the comic does not disappoint. It captures Rocko’s exaggerated eye bulging anxiety ridden moments to the “T”, while giving us that over the top truth about the modern world.

Now, there are the shows and narratives you enjoyed as a child that you look back on today with nostalgic admiration. Not only do you have this moment with Rocko’s modern life, but you realize as an adult you can relate to Rocko’s story up close and personal. The show had always dealt with adult situations that we as a kids might not have understood then, but know all too well now and this issue really hits home for me. Rocko begins his day at the call center dealing with irate customers and has to transfer a call to his boss. – Also did you notice his name was Mr Hindenberg? I get all the nuances now… I don’t want to give spoilers, but we spend the rest of the issue with Rocko needing to make money to stay afloat. I found myself really understanding what it’s like to be Rocko, not being able to pay bills, …