How Netflix's live action Avatar failed Katara (aka how to NOT write a female character)

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In this video essay, I point out the flaws in Netflix's live action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender, specifically with their depiction of Katara. It's not a matter of accuracy to the original Nickelodeon cartoon, but rather important writing choices that make a compelling character.

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⌛ 0:00 - Intro
⌛ 01:45 - Rocket Money [ad]
⌛ 03:05 - Why Katara no longer feels like a main character
⌛ 06:35 - The hero's journey (or lack thereof)
⌛ 11:36 - Katara's anger (or lack thereof)
⌛ 14:51 - Katara's waterbending growth (or lack thereof)

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